Letting a property yourself often feels simple when everything is ticking along. The next stage of the Renters’ Rights Act, taking effect on 27 December 2025, will reshape how you manage your rental property. From this date, local councils will be able to look far more closely at how rental homes are managed, what records landlords keep, and how well key responsibilities have been met across the previous year. For anyone running their own property, it means stepping into a more closely observed compliance environment.
Rather than responding under pressure later, many landlords are choosing to prepare early. And for those who prefer a smoother, more supported approach, CJ Hole’s fully managed service is becoming the practical way to stay ahead of what’s coming.
What changes on 27 December 2025
While many landlords are expecting the larger tenancy reforms to begin in May 2026, the enforcement side of the legislation will activate sooner. From 27 December 2025, local councils will gain the ability to review a much wider set of documents over a full 12-month period.
Local councils may request a range of documents linked to compliance, including:
• Tenancy Agreements
• Deposit Protection Certificates And Prescribed Information
• Right to Rent check records
• Gas Safety Certificates
• Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
• Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
• Legal Notices Served
• Repair And Maintenance Records
and any relevant licence documents (such as HMO or selective licensing)
This broader scope means documentation must be complete, accurate and readily accessible.
With CJ Hole’s fully managed service, these documents are monitored, organised and maintained professionally so they can be provided promptly when required.
Why this matters for landlords who self-manage
Self-managing landlords are responsible for meeting every legal requirement, and under the new rules, that includes having clear evidence ready when local councils ask for it.
To do that, documents need to be kept in one place, certificates must be up to date, and records of repairs and key actions should be easy to find. When information is scattered across emails, phones or paperwork, it becomes much harder to respond quickly.
This is why many landlords are taking the time now to organise their records and make sure everything is in good order before the new powers begin.
Don’t let December delays turn into compliance problems
December is always a busy period for landlords. Winter repairs, holiday closures, renewals and general end-of-year pressures all compete for attention, and it is naturally the time when paperwork is pushed into the new year.
This time, that simply isn’t an option.
With new powers starting before January, waiting until after the holidays could leave your records incomplete when councils start checking them. Taking a little time now to get organised means you won’t be trying to catch up when the Renters’ Rights Act changes are already in effect.
CJ Hole’s fully managed service helps you get ahead early, with consistent organisation and ongoing oversight so nothing important is missed.
How CJ Hole’s fully managed service makes compliance easier
CJ Hole has long supported landlords across the South West with clear, practical property management. As the legal landscape becomes more detailed, the reassurance of professional oversight becomes even more valuable.
With our fully managed service, we:
- Maintain Well-Organised, Complete Documentation
• Monitor Safety And Legal Deadlines
• Store Records Securely And Consistently
• Handle Local Council Requests Appropriately And Professionally
• Provide Year-Round Support As Regulations Evolve
It creates a smoother, more structured approach to compliance, reducing the pressure on landlords who prefer not to manage every detail themselves.
Prepare now for the next stage of the Renters’ Rights Act
With the new powers beginning on 27 December 2025, this is the right time for self-managing landlords to step back, review their records and decide whether additional support would make the year ahead easier.
CJ Hole’s fully managed service offers the structure, clarity and confidence needed to stay aligned with the new compliance expectations. Speak to your local CJ Hole office to ensure your property is ready as the next phase of the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force.
