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Wingfield · Mid Suffolk · Renters' Rights Act 2025

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

Complete guide for Wingfield 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 2026WingfieldMid SuffolkRenters Rights Act 2025EPC

EPC Requirements in Wingfield

  • Minimum EPC rating: Band E
  • EPC valid for 10 years from assessment date
  • Must be provided to tenants before or on move-in
  • Listed buildings may qualify for a PRS exemption — must be formally registered

Gas Safety in Wingfield

  • Annual Gas Safety Check mandatory
  • Engineer must hold Gas Safe registration
  • Records retained for at least two years
  • Failure to comply is a criminal offence

Electrical Safety (EICR) in Wingfield

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

Deposit Protection in Wingfield

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

Renters' Rights Act 2025 — Wingfield

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Wingfield have selective licensing?+

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

What EPC band is required in Wingfield?+

Band E is the current legal minimum. Listed buildings may qualify for a PRS exemption — this must be formally registered.

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

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

Is Section 21 still available in Wingfield?+

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

Templates recommended in this guide

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The new default English tenancy from 1 May 2026. Periodic from day one, with the prescribed written statement of terms built in. Ships with the Form 4A rent-increase notice template and an Information Sheet delivery acknowledgement form so a buying landlord has every Phase-1 compliance document in one pack.

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Renters' Rights Act Transition Pack

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