All landlords letting privately in Northern Ireland are legally required to register with the Department for Communities Landlord Registration Scheme. Registration must be renewed every three years. Letting without registration is a criminal offence carrying a fine of up to £2,500.
All landlords letting privately in Northern Ireland are legally required to register with the Department for Communities Landlord Registration Scheme before letting any property.
Registration must be renewed every three years. Landlords must display their registration number in all tenancy agreements and rental advertisements. Letting without registration is a criminal offence and carries a fine of up to £2,500.
Action required
Register at nidirect.gov.uk/landlord-registration if not already registered. Renew every three years. Display your registration number in all tenancy agreements and rental advertisements.
Effective
Ongoing
Who this affects
All private landlords in Northern Ireland
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