£7,000 fine for landlords who fail to comply with new database

Wed 09 Sep 2026

Here’s another reason why North London landlords should consider switching to a fully managed service. The new compulsory landlord database is set to begin rolling out across England from December 2026, adding yet another compliance responsibility for private landlords. Under the new system, landlords will need to register themselves and each qualifying rental property, with an annual fee of £65 per property. Failure to register could result in a civil penalty of up to £7,000, rising to £40,000 for repeated or ongoing breaches.

What will landlords need to do?

The database is being introduced as part of the Renters’ Rights reforms. While the final information requirements are still being confirmed, landlords are expected to provide details including:

•           Property and ownership information

•           Licensing and HMO status

•           Rent and tenancy information

•           Safety documentation, including gas, electrical and EPC certificates

Importantly, letting agents cannot register a property on a landlord’s behalf, so landlords will need to complete the registration themselves.

Another reason to consider fully managed

Although we can't complete the registration for you, having your property professionally managed can make the process considerably easier. At Anthony Webb, our managed landlords have a team keeping on top of the day-to-day management of their property and the ever-growing compliance requirements affecting the private rented sector. That means when new regulations arrive, you’re not trying to work out everything alone. If you own a rental property in Palmers Green or the surrounding North London area and would like to talk to us about switching to our fully managed service, get in touch with the Anthony Webb lettings team.