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Before a new tenant moves in, the landlord must give them a copy of the current gas safety record. This differs from existing tenants, who get a copy within 28 days of each check. The record must be valid, meaning the annual check is up to date.
Reviewed by Jordan Valentine-Dunn, Gas Safe registered engineer · Portsmouth Gas Heating · Last reviewed July 2026
The rule at the start of a tenancy is simple but strict: before a new tenant moves in, the landlord must give them a copy of the current gas safety record. The property must already have a valid record, meaning the annual gas safety check is up to date.
Getting the move-in step right matters for more than tidiness. In England, a landlord who fails to give the tenant a valid gas safety record at the start can be blocked from serving a Section 21 no-fault eviction notice later on.
Only a Gas Safe registered engineer can carry out the check and issue a valid record. This is general information on the rules, not legal advice on a specific tenancy or eviction.
Last reviewed July 2026. This guide is general information, not legal or safety advice, gas safety work must be carried out by an appropriately Gas Safe registered engineer. Rules can change, so check the linked official sources for the current position.