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Hoxne · Mid Suffolk · Renters' Rights Act 2025

Hoxne Landlord Compliance 2026 — Mid Suffolk Buy-to-Let Guide

Complete guide for Hoxne landlords covering EPC, gas safety, EICR, deposit protection, and Renters' Rights Act 2025 obligations under Mid Suffolk District Council.

9 min readUpdated 28 June 2026Last reviewed: 17 May 2026HoxneMid SuffolkRenters Rights Act 2025EPC

EPC Requirements in Hoxne

  • Minimum EPC rating: Band E
  • EPC valid for 10 years from assessment date
  • Must be provided to tenants before or on move-in
  • Band F and G properties cannot be legally let without a registered PRS exemption

Gas Safety in Hoxne

  • Annual Gas Safety Check required
  • Engineer must be Gas Safe registered
  • Records retained for at least two years
  • Non-compliance is a criminal offence

Electrical Safety (EICR) in Hoxne

  • EICR every five years
  • Qualified electrician must carry out the inspection
  • C1 and C2 defects remedied within 28 days
  • New tenants must receive the EICR before move-in

Deposit Protection in Hoxne

  • Protect within 30 days of receiving the deposit
  • Approved schemes: DPS, MyDeposits, TDS
  • Serve Prescribed Information on all named tenants
  • Penalty for non-compliance: up to 3× deposit

Renters' Rights Act 2025 — Hoxne

  • Section 21 abolished — Section 8 grounds required
  • Periodic tenancies from commencement
  • Property Portal registration mandatory
  • Landlord redress scheme membership required
  • Decent Homes Standard extended to private sector

Frequently asked questions

Does Hoxne have selective licensing?+

No. Mid Suffolk District Council does not currently operate a selective or additional licensing scheme in Hoxne.

What EPC band is required in Hoxne?+

Band E is the current legal minimum. Properties rated F or G cannot be let without a registered PRS exemption.

How often is a gas safety check required in Hoxne?+

Annually. A Gas Safe registered engineer must carry out the check and issue the Gas Safety Record.

Is Section 21 still available in Hoxne?+

No. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 abolished Section 21 no-fault evictions throughout England.

Templates recommended in this guide

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