Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020’ came into force on 1 June 2020. The new regulations apply to new tenancies from 1st July 2020 and existing tenancies from 1st April 2021.
The standards that should be met are set out in the 18th edition of the Wiring Regulations.
- 1st July = New tenancies must have a satisfactory EICR to be let.
- 1st April 2021 = All existing tenancies must have a satisfactory EICR.
- Certificates will be valid for a maximum of 5 years.
- Failed EICRs have 28 days (or less if stated by the electrician) to resolve any issues and obtain a satisfactory report.
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