UK Landlord Inventory & Schedule of Condition

UK Landlord Inventory & Schedule of Condition

Compliant with the Renters' Rights Act 2025 (Phase 1, effective 1 May 2026) • AIIC Standard Condition Ratings

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1. Property & Party Details

The Renters' Rights Act requires transparency in all tenancy documentation. Complete in full before the tenant moves in.


2. Statutory Compliance & Safety

Legal Requirement
Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025, landlords must provide valid Gas Safety Certificate, EPC (minimum rating E), and EICR before commencement of tenancy. Failure to comply can result in civil penalties up to £7,000 and inability to use possession grounds.

Certificates Provided to Tenant

CertificateProvidedExpiry / RatingStatus
Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) Pending
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) Pending
EICR (Electrical Installation) Pending

Safety Alarm Testing

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 (as amended 2022) require working alarms on every storey and in rooms with fixed combustion appliances.

Smoke Alarms Untested
Carbon Monoxide Alarms Untested

3. AIIC Condition Rating Scale

RatingDefinitionUse When
NewBrand new, unused, no marks of any kindItems installed specifically for the tenancy
ExcellentAs new appearance, no visible marks or damageRecently replaced/refurbished items with no wear
GoodMinor wear appropriate to age; clean and functionalWell-maintained items showing normal use
FairNoticeable wear but still acceptable and functionalOlder items that work but show visible ageing
PoorSignificant damage or requires immediate repair/replacementItems that are broken, heavily stained, or unsafe

4. Room-by-Room Schedule of Condition

Select the rooms applicable to this property, then document four pillars for each: Decoration, Fixtures & Fittings, Flooring, and Furniture & Contents. Include photo reference numbers alongside each entry.

5. Meter Readings & Key Schedule

Photograph all meters with serial numbers visible. Use a ruler or coin for scale where applicable. Date-stamp all photos.

Utility Meter Readings

MeterSerial NumberReadingPhoto Ref
Electricity
Gas
Water

Keys, Remotes & Access

6. Formal Declaration & Sign-Off

Tenant Declaration

“I/We, the undersigned, have walked through the property and agree that this report is a fair and accurate record of the condition and contents of the property at the commencement of the tenancy. I understand I have 7 days from the move-in date to report any discrepancies in writing.”


Landlord / Agent Declaration

“I/We confirm that this inventory was prepared after all cleaning and maintenance works were completed, and that all statutory compliance documents (Gas Safety Certificate, EPC, EICR) have been provided to the tenant in accordance with the Renters' Rights Act 2025.”



Next Steps for Compliance

ActionDetailsDeadline
Digital DeliverySend report via a platform that tracks ‘Received’ and ‘Opened’ timestampsDay of check-in
Deposit ProtectionLodge deposit with TDS, DPS, or MyDeposits and provide prescribed informationWithin 30 days
Information SheetProvide Government Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet to tenantBy 31 May 2026
Written StatementProvide written statement of tenancy terms as required by the ActCommencement
Property PortalRegister property on PRS Database once live (mandatory, with annual fee)Late 2026
Mid-Term InspectionSchedule first inspection to verify Decent Homes Standard maintenance3–6 months
Landlord OmbudsmanRegister with PRS Landlord Ombudsman when scheme becomes mandatory2028
Renters’ Rights Act 2025 — Key Reminders
Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions have been abolished as of 1 May 2026. This inventory serves as your primary evidence base for any future possession claim under Section 8 grounds. Maintain photographic evidence, conduct regular mid-term inspections, and ensure all compliance documentation remains current. Civil penalties for non-compliance can reach £40,000.

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