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Getting registered as a private landlord

When do I need to register?

After 30 April 2006, you must be registered or have applied to register.

How do I go about registering?

Registration is simpleRegister Online or email the Landlord Registration Team.

Which local authority should I register with?

You must register with each local authority in whose area you let property. If you own properties in more than one area, you will be able to apply to register in all authorities in one application, and this will reduce the total fee that you will have to pay.

What information will I need to provide on applying?

● your name, address, date of birth and any other names by which you are known

● the addresses of any properties you let

● the name and address of any agent you use

● a contact address

● information on any relevant unspent/spent convictions or court/tribunal judgements

● a declaration that you comply with all relevant laws when letting property

What does 'fit and proper'mean?

To be registered, landlords must be ‘fit and proper’ to let residential property. Local authorities will make use of any relevant information available to them to reach a decision whether you are ‘fit and proper’. They must take account of any evidence of:

● fraud, dishonesty, violence or drugs

● unlawful discrimination

● breaches of law relating to housing

● failure to act in relation to anti-social behaviour

But the decision is a judgement in the light of the information available - it is not automatic.

What if it is decided that I'm not 'fit and proper'?

You will not be allowed to register but the local authority may advise you on how to improve so that you can be registered. If you are neither registered nor in the process of registering, it is an offence to let a property. There is a right of appeal.

How much of my information will members of the public be able to see on-line?

Members of the public will be able to view the register on the internet. By entering the address of one of your properties they will be able to see your name and the contact address for you or your agent.

I jointly own a property with someone else - how will that work?

All joint owners must register. If the other joint owners are members of your family, you should nominate one of your members as the 'lead owner'. The lead owner will pay the full fee; the other joint owners will pay a discounted fee.

Where should I register?

Registration is simple. Register on-line (a 10% discount applies to on-line registrations) or contact:
Environment Services
Municipal Buildings
8-10 Corn Exchange Road
Stirling
FK8 2HU
Tel: 0845 277 7000

How much will registration cost?

The principal fee to be paid is £55 and £11 for each property that is registered. There is an additional fee of 200% on late applications. Also you may be elibible to pay a discounted fee if you fall into one of the followoing categories:

have an HMO licence
joint own a property with a family member
member of an accreditation scheme.