The 2026 landlord compliance checklist for Milton Keynes

Gas, electrical, EPC, deposits and more — a plain-English run-through of what landlords must have in place.

Why compliance matters

Letting a property in England comes with legal duties designed to keep tenants safe. Getting them wrong can mean fines, an inability to evict, and — most importantly — risk to the people living in your property. The good news is that the core requirements are manageable once you know what they are.

Your core compliance checklist

• A valid Gas Safety Certificate (CP12), renewed annually where gas is present
• A satisfactory EICR electrical report, generally every five years
• A valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), rated E or above
• Working smoke alarms on every floor and carbon monoxide alarms where required
• Deposit registered in a government-approved scheme within 30 days
• Right to Rent checks completed for all adult tenants
• The current How to Rent guide served at the start of the tenancy

Where landlords most often slip up

The most common issues we see are lapsed certificates and deposits that were not protected in time. Both are avoidable with a simple renewal calendar — or by using a managing agent who tracks the dates for you.

How we help

Our fully managed service tracks every renewal date, arranges the inspections and keeps documented records, so your property stays compliant without you having to think about it.