EICR Requirements UK 2026 (5-Year Rule, Reports & £30k Penalty Risk)
EICR requirements for private landlords in England, inspection intervals, satisfactory reports, C1/C2/FI, tenant copies and civil penalties.
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An EICR is required every 5 years for all private rented properties in England. The maximum civil penalty is £30,000 and an expired EICR can invalidate a Section 8 claim. These guides cover the inspection itself, typical costs, what C1/C2/FI codes mean, tenant copies and renewals.
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