Lanlords Checklist - Preparing Your Property for Rental

Listed below are points that will need addressing prior to you letting your property:

All we need from Landlords to get started is:
  • CORGI Gas Safety Certificate (renewed annually)
  • NIC EIC Electrical Safety Certificate (required as stated on certificate)
  • Buildings Insurance Certificate which must state DSS or temporary housing accommodation (required annually)
  • TR1 / Land Registry Form (required initially)
  • Proof of planning permission for all converted flats, extensions etc.
  • 3 sets of all keys (including windows, front and back doors and letter boxes)

For full information on what we require for properties leased by us, please contact our Property Acquisitions team on 0871 271 1133.

Items Landlords should consider:
Consents Have you applied for consent to your Lender, Freeholder etc.
Mail Arrange for the redirection of your mail with the Post Office.
Cleaning Make sure the property and gardens are clean and tidy.
Furnishings Make sure that all agreed furnishings are in place and have the correct fire labels.
Fire Safety Mains wired smoke alarms/fire angels in place.
Insurances The Landlord should must insure have insurance covering ‘Temporary Housing Accommodation’. It is important that the insurer is aware that the property is to be let otherwise upon making a claim, you may well find that your policy is invalid.