The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 – What It Means for Landlords in Liverpool
Big news for the private rental sector! The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has officially received Royal Assent as of 27th October 2025 – a major move towards reshaping how tenancies are managed across England.
While none of the new provisions have come into force just yet, change is on the horizon.
At Romal Capital, we’re all about creating thriving, supportive communities right here on Liverpool’s Central Docks – and that includes helping our landlord community stay informed, confident, and ahead of the curve. So here’s a quick breakdown of what’s happening, what it could mean for you, and a few helpful tips to start preparing.
What’s the Renters’ Rights Act All About?
This landmark legislation aims to raise standards in the private rented sector, improve conditions for tenants, and ensure clearer rights and responsibilities for everyone involved – from landlords to letting agents to residents themselves.
Key areas of reform include:
Stronger protections for tenants
Improvements to property conditions and maintenance standards
Updated legal responsibilities for landlords
Changes to how tenancies can be ended or renewed
But don’t worry – nothing is changing just yet. The government is introducing these changes in stages, giving landlords time to adjust, get clarity, and prepare.
For the full breakdown, we highly recommend checking out Liverpool City Council’s dedicated page here:
liverpool.gov.uk/rentersrightsact
What Should You Be Doing Now?
Even though the reforms aren’t live yet, now is a great time to get ahead and start reviewing how your rental properties are managed.
Here are a few smart steps:
1. Familiarise Yourself with the Act
Bookmark the Council’s webpage and check back for updates. When the changes start rolling in, being aware is half the battle.
2. Review Your Property Standards
Use this time to audit your properties – are they safe, well-maintained, and legally compliant? Look at things like gas safety, fire regs, damp/mould issues, and repair timelines.
3. Get Your Building Passport in Place
If you haven’t set up a Building Passport account yet, now’s the time to do so. It’s a digital record of your building’s safety features, maintenance history, and compliance documents. Romal has worked closely with Building Passport so landlords can access their apartments’ specific documents in seconds and stay organised, transparent, and ready for any regulatory changes.
Romal advocates for smart, digital tools that make landlords’ lives easier and protect residents. Contact louise@romalcapital.co.uk to ensure you have access to your property on Building Passport.
4. Talk to Your Tenants
Open communication builds trust. Let them know you’re staying up-to-date and committed to keeping their home safe and well looked after. It’s the little things that build great landlord-tenant relationships.
5. Partner with a Proactive Letting Agent
Working with a knowledgeable, proactive agent can make all the difference when navigating new legislation. That’s why we’re proud to work with Aspire Residential, who are always ahead of the game when it comes to supporting landlords with compliance, tenant communication, and property management.
With the right team on your side, staying compliant becomes a lot less stressful – and a lot more efficient.
Why This Matters for Our Waterfront Community
We’re proud that nearly 700 people already call Quay Central and Park Central home – with more to come at West Waterloo Place. As we grow, maintaining high standards isn’t just a legal box-tick. It’s about creating a community where people love to live – and that includes happy tenants and confident landlords.
Final Thought
The Renters’ Rights Act might sound like more admin, but it's a chance to refresh your approach, show best practice, and future-proof your property investment.
We'll be keeping our ears to the ground and will continue sharing updates as more details become available.
Got questions? Want help setting up a Building Passport or reviewing your property’s compliance? Our team is here, on-site and ready to help.
Let’s build a better rental future, together.
Useful Link
liverpool.gov.uk/rentersrightsact
