Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Team from a report by Property118. Read the original article for full details.
Government Confirms Agents Can Register Landlords on PRS Database
The government has confirmed that letting agents can submit information to the PRS Database on behalf of landlords. This confirmation comes as part of the requirements under the Renters’ Rights Act.
According to the report, all landlords will be required to sign up for the PRS Database. The database will include information about their properties, which tenants will be able to access.
Letting agents are now able to support landlords by registering their properties on the database. This process is intended to help landlords comply with the new legal requirements.
The report also notes that if a landlord lets or advertises a property without first registering it on the database, this would be in breach of the requirements.
This update is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as it clarifies their role in assisting landlords with compliance under the Renters’ Rights Act.
Source: Property118