Never Miss Another Deadline
ROOST tracks all your certificates and sends automatic reminders 60, 30, and 7 days before expiry.
Get StartedThe New Fine Landscape for UK Landlords
The regulatory environment for UK landlords has shifted dramatically. Local authorities now have enhanced powers to issue civil penalties of up to £35,000 for serious housing offences, a significant increase from previous limits.
What Offences Carry the Highest Penalties?
Tier 1 Offences (Up to £35,000):
- Failing to comply with an improvement notice
- Offences relating to licensing of HMOs
- Breaching an overcrowding notice
- Failing to comply with a prohibition order
Tier 2 Offences (Up to £7,000):
- Minor licensing breaches
- Failure to display correct documentation
- Late responses to council enquiries
How to Protect Yourself
- Conduct regular property inspections - Document everything with photos and dates
- Keep all certificates current - Gas safety, EICR, EPC must be valid
- Respond promptly to council notices - Delays significantly increase penalty amounts
- Join a landlord association - Get access to legal updates and support
The Roost Advantage
Our compliance tracking automatically monitors your certificate expiry dates and sends reminders 60, 30, and 7 days before expiry. Never miss a deadline again.
"Prevention is always cheaper than penalties. A £200 gas safety certificate is far better than a £5,000 fine." - Housing Tribunal Judge, 2024
Action Steps
- Review all your current certificates today
- Set up automated compliance tracking
- Consider a mid-tenancy inspection before the new rules take full effect in April 2025
Generate Compliant Notices in 2 Clicks
Section 8, Section 13, possession notices - all court-ready templates with automatic tenant details.
See Notice Generator