The PRS Landlord Database – What Tenants Should Know
The Renters’ Rights Act introduces a Private Rented Sector (PRS) landlord database.This aims to improve transparency and regulatory oversight.
What Is the PRS Landlord Database?
It is expected to be a central register of landlords and potentially their compliance history.
Details may evolve as regulations are finalised.
How It Affects Tenants
The database is intended to:
- Increase transparency
- Support enforcement
- Improve accountability
It is not a dispute resolution service.
What It Does Not Do
- It does not replace tenancy agreements
- It does not remove tenant obligations
- It does not guarantee property quality automatically