The Glasgow Landlord Register: What You Need to Know

If you let a residential property in Glasgow — whether through a letting agent or privately — you're legally required to be on the Scottish Landlord Register. Here's what you need to know.

Who needs to register?

Every person who lets a residential property in Scotland must register with their local council. This includes:

• Private landlords letting directly to tenants
• Landlords who use a letting agent
• Joint owners — all owners must be named on the registration
• Landlords living outside Scotland or outside the UK

How to register

1. Go to landlordregistrationscotland.gov.uk
2. Create an account and fill in your personal details
3. Add each property you let
4. Pay the fee
5. Glasgow City Council will process your application

Costs

• First property: approximately £65
• Each additional property: approximately £15
• Renewal every 3 years: same fees apply

What happens if you don't register?

Letting a property without registration is a criminal offence:

• Fines of up to £50,000
• Your tenant can apply for a Rent Penalty Notice
• Letting agents cannot legally market a property for an unregistered landlord

List your property on Rent in Glasgow — it's free for registered landlords and agents.