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When do you need an Inventory Report in the United Kingdom?

At the start of a tenancy
An inventory report records the condition of the property and its contents when a tenant moves in, providing a clear baseline for future reference.
At the end of a tenancy
It helps compare the property's condition when the tenant moves out to identify any damage or changes that might affect the deposit return.
To protect your deposit
A detailed report ensures disputes over property condition are minimized, safeguarding tenants' deposits and landlords' interests.
For legal compliance
In the UK, having an accurate inventory supports tenancy agreements and helps resolve disagreements through evidence-based documentation.
To avoid costly disputes
A well-drafted report provides factual proof of the property's state, reducing the need for expensive legal interventions later on.

British Legal Rules for an Inventory Report

What It Is
An inventory report is a detailed list of the condition and contents of a rental property made at the start of a tenancy.
Legal Requirement
There is no law forcing landlords to create an inventory report, but it is strongly recommended to avoid disputes over deposits.
Timing Matters
The report should be prepared and agreed upon by both landlord and tenant before or at the start of the tenancy.
What to Include
It must describe the property's fixtures, fittings, furniture, and overall condition, including any existing damage.
Signing and Copies
Both parties should sign the report, and each should get a copy to refer to later.
End of Tenancy Check
A similar report is needed at the end to compare conditions and decide on deposit deductions for damage or cleaning.
Deposit Protection
In England and Wales, deposits must be protected in a government-approved scheme, which often requires inventory reports for fair resolution.
Dispute Resolution
If there's disagreement on the final condition, the deposit scheme can use the inventory to mediate without court involvement.
Important

Using the wrong format for a move-in/move-out condition report may lead to disputes over property condition or liability in UK tenancy law.

What a Proper Inventory Report Should Include

  • Property Details
    Include the full address of the property, the date of the inspection, and details of the landlord and tenant.
  • Room-by-Room Descriptions
    List each room and describe its condition, noting any existing damage or wear and tear.
  • Furniture and Fixtures
    Catalog all provided furniture, appliances, and fittings, specifying their type, location, and current state.
  • Decor and Walls
    Describe the condition of walls, floors, ceilings, doors, and any decorations like paint or wallpaper.
  • Outdoor Areas
    If applicable, cover gardens, driveways, or shared spaces, including their condition and any features.
  • Photos and Evidence
    Attach dated photographs of the property's condition to support the written descriptions.
  • Signatures
    Have both landlord and tenant sign and date the report to confirm agreement on the starting condition.

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Inventory Report

1
CONTENTS

1.1

1. Parties\n2. Property Details\n3. Date and Time of Inventory\n4. Scope and Methodology\n5. Entrance Hallway and Common Areas\n6. Living Room\n7. Kitchen\n8. Dining Room\n9. Bedrooms\n10. Bathrooms\n11. Utility Rooms and Storage\n12. Garden and Outdoor Areas\n13. Electrical and Gas Installations\n14. Plumbing and Heating Systems\n15. Keys and Security\n16. Meters and Utilities\n17. Furnishings and Contents Schedule\n18. Decor and Fixtures\n19. Cleanliness and General Condition\n20. Photographs and Evidence\n21. Recommendations and Notes\n22. Terms of the Inventory\n23. Compliance with Legislation\n24. Governing Law\n25. Data Protection\n26. Entire Agreement\n27. Severability\n28. Notices\n29. Variation\n30. Signatures\n31. Declaration

2
PARTIES

2.1

This Inventory Report is made on 15 October 2023 between the Landlord, John Smith of 456 Oak Avenue, Manchester M2 2BB, being the owner of the Property and the Tenant, Emily Johnson of 123 High Street, Manchester M1 1AA, being the individual who has entered into a tenancy agreement in respect of the Property.

2.2

The Landlord and the Tenant are hereinafter collectively referred to as the Parties and individually as a Party.

3
PROPERTY DETAILS

3.1

The Property subject to this Inventory Report is a three-bedroom semi-detached house situated at 123 High Street, Manchester M1 1AA in the city of Manchester in the county of Greater Manchester.

3.2

The Property comprises three bedrooms and has a total internal floor area of 95.5 square metres.

3.3

The Property is not a listed building.

4
DATE AND TIME OF INVENTORY

4.1

This inventory was conducted on 15 October 2023 at 14:30.

4.2

Entry was made with the Tenant’s permission using the front door key under normal daylight conditions with no adverse weather.

4.3

Witnesses were present during the inventory.

4.4

This inventory was prepared by qualified inventory clerk Alex Thompson of Professional Inventory Services, contactable at inventory@proservices.co.uk or 0161 123 4567.

5
SCOPE AND METHODOLOGY

5.1

The premises inspected during the inventory process is a three-bedroom semi-detached house located at 123 High Street, Manchester M1 1AA including the living room, kitchen, dining room, three bedrooms, bathrooms, utility room and rear garden.

5.2

The inventory inspection included full interior and exterior coverage.

5.3

Photographs were taken during the inventory inspection.

5.4

Measurements of the inspected items and spaces were recorded.

5.5

The tools and equipment used during the inventory process were a digital camera for photographs a retractable tape measure for dimensions a notepad and pen for notes and a laser distance measurer for larger spaces.

5.6

The method applied to conduct the inventory was a room by room walkthrough.

5.7

The inventory process commenced on 15 October 2023 and concluded on 15 October 2023.

5.8

The inventory follows the guidelines set by the Inventory Providers Association. Condition ratings are defined as: New (unused, perfect), Excellent (as new, no defects), Good (minor wear, fully functional), Fair (noticeable wear or minor defects), Poor (significant damage or defects requiring repair).

6
ENTRANCE HALLWAY AND COMMON AREAS

6.1

The floor in the entrance hallway is in good condition with minor wear present. Cleanliness: clean. Defects: none noted.

6.2

The walls in the entrance hallway have minor marks or scuffs. Condition: fair. Cleanliness: mostly clean. Wear: light scuffs at high traffic areas.

6.3

The lighting in the entrance hallway is fully functional. Condition: excellent.

6.4

The overall condition of the stairs in the common areas is secure and intact. Condition: good. Defects: none.

6.5

Handrails are present and secure on all stairs in the common areas. Condition: excellent.

6.6

The floor in the lobby is clean with minor scuffs. Condition: good. Cleanliness: clean.

6.7

The lighting in the lobby is fully operational. Condition: good.

6.8

The overall cleanliness of the common areas including hallways stairs and lobbies is clean. Condition: good overall.

7
LIVING ROOM

7.1

The sofa in the living room is a three-seater fabric sofa in grey colour with wooden legs and removable cushions and its current condition is good. No defects. Cleanliness: clean.

7.2

The walls in the living room are emulsion painted walls in neutral beige with a smooth matte finish and one feature wall with framed artwork and their current condition is good. Minor wear: none. Clean: yes.

7.3

The floors in the living room are laminate wood-effect flooring with a large area rug in the centre and their current condition is good. No defects noted.

7.4

The ceilings in the living room are a white emulsion painted ceiling with a smooth finish and decorative coving around the edges and their current condition is excellent. Pristine, no defects.

7.5

The windows in the living room consist of two double-glazed sash windows with cream linen curtains and wooden sills and their current condition is excellent. Fully functional, clean.

7.6

There are six electrical outlets in the living room and their current condition is all functional. Condition: good.

7.7

There is a fireplace or chimney in the living room. Condition: good. No defects. Cleanliness: clean.

8
KITCHEN

8.1

The kitchen units present in the Property are white shaker-style base and wall units including two double base cabinets with drawers one single wall cabinet above the sink and a corner larder unit and all units are in good condition with no visible damage. Cleanliness: clean.

8.2

An oven is included in the kitchen inventory. Condition: good. No defects noted. Clean: yes.

8.3

A fridge is included in the kitchen inventory. Condition: excellent. Fully functional and clean.

8.4

A dishwasher is not included in the kitchen inventory.

8.5

The work surfaces in the kitchen are granite worktops in black with subtle speckles covering approximately 3 metres along the main run including an integrated breakfast bar area. Condition: excellent. No defects.

8.6

The sinks in the kitchen consist of a single stainless steel sink with a modern curved design mounted under the window accompanied by a chrome mixer tap. Condition: good. Minor limescale, otherwise clean.

8.7

The type of flooring specified for the kitchen is tiles. Condition: good.

8.8

The condition notes for the kitchen flooring are that the ceramic tiles in a grey slate effect are fully intact with no cracks or chips recently grouted and sealed. Cleanliness: clean.

9
DINING ROOM

9.1

The dining table is a rectangular oak wood table in a traditional Victorian style seating up to eight people with carved legs and a polished finish and its current condition is good. No defects. Clean.

9.2

Dining chairs are present in the dining room. Condition: good. Minor wear on seats.

9.3

There is a dedicated lighting fixture in the dining room. Condition: excellent. Fully functional.

9.4

The walls in the dining room are painted in a soft cream colour on smooth plaster with no wallpaper or panelling but featuring a simple picture rail around the perimeter and their current condition is excellent. Clean, no defects.

9.5

The flooring in the dining room is hardwood oak in a medium brown colour laid in a herringbone pattern with a protective varnish finish and its current condition is good. Minor wear, clean.

10
BEDROOMS

10.1

Bedroom 1 is the master bedroom located on the first floor at the front of the Property featuring a bay window and built-in storage. Condition: good overall.

10.2

A bed is included in the inventory for Bedroom 1. Condition: good. Clean and no defects.

10.3

A wardrobe is included in the inventory for Bedroom 1. Condition: excellent.

10.4

Curtains are included in the inventory for Bedroom 1. Condition: good. Clean.

10.5

Carpet is included in the inventory for Bedroom 1. Condition: good. Minor wear.

10.6

The walls in Bedroom 1 are painted in a light blue emulsion with no wallpaper and there is a wooden dado rail around the perimeter and the condition of the walls in Bedroom 1 is good. Cleanliness: clean.

10.7

There are six electrical points in Bedroom 1. Condition: excellent.

10.8

The electrical points in Bedroom 1 consist of two double sockets on the right wall near the bed one single socket by the window two double sockets on the back wall and one USB-enabled socket near the door and their overall condition is excellent. All functional.

10.9

Bedroom 2: Walls painted neutral, condition good, clean, no defects. Flooring carpet in good condition with minor wear. Electrical points: 4, all functional (excellent).

10.10

Bedroom 3: Similar to Bedroom 2. Walls good, carpet fair with light wear, clean. Electrical points functional.

11
BATHROOMS

11.1

The sanitary ware in Bathroom One is in good overall condition with no major cracks or chips. Cleanliness: clean.

11.2

The white porcelain tiles on the walls and floor in Bathroom One are clean and intact showing minimal wear from regular use. Condition: good.

11.3

The shower cubicle in Bathroom One has a modern glass enclosure that is free of leaks though the sealant around the edges could use refreshing. Condition: fair.

11.4

The toilet in Bathroom One is a standard white unit with a functioning flush mechanism and no visible stains. Condition: excellent.

11.5

The pedestal sink in Bathroom One is sturdy with a clean basin and working taps but the faucet shows slight limescale buildup. Condition: fair.

11.6

The wall-mounted mirror in Bathroom One is clear and undamaged. Condition: excellent.

11.7

Ventilation in Bathroom One is provided by an electric extractor fan that operates effectively removing steam quickly. Condition: good.

11.8

There are fitted wooden vanity units under the sink in Bathroom One with soft-close drawers all in a white finish with no signs of water damage. Condition: good.

11.9

The condition level for the shower or bath in Bathroom One is good.

11.10

The condition level for the toilet in Bathroom One is excellent.

11.11

The condition level for the sink in Bathroom One is fair.

11.12

The condition level for the tiles in Bathroom One is good.

11.13

The condition level for the mirrors in Bathroom One is excellent.

11.14

The condition level for the ventilation in Bathroom One is good.

11.15

There is one bathroom at the Property.

12
UTILITY ROOMS AND STORAGE

12.1

There is a dedicated laundry area in the Property. Located in the ground floor utility room off the kitchen. Condition: good. Cleanliness: clean. Washing machine included, condition good.

12.2

Storage cupboards in hallway and under stairs: clean, good condition, no defects.

13
GARDEN AND OUTDOOR AREAS

13.1

The garden and outdoor areas at the Property consist of a medium-sized enclosed rear garden approximately 50 square metres laid mainly to lawn with flower beds along the borders featuring a paved patio area adjacent to the Property for outdoor seating bordered by wooden fencing on all sides with a small vegetable patch in one corner and a gravelled path leading to the shed. Overall condition: good.

13.2

There is a lawn in the garden. Condition: fair. Some wear from use, needs mowing.

13.3

There is fencing around the garden and outdoor areas. Condition: good. Minor weathering.

13.4

There is a shed in the garden and outdoor areas. Condition: fair. Some wear to door.

13.5

There is a patio in the garden and outdoor areas. Condition: good. Clean.

13.6

The outdoor equipment included in the tenancy is garden furniture and a barbecue grill. Condition: good for furniture, fair for grill (needs cleaning).

13.7

The plants and garden features included in the tenancy are mature trees and shrubs and flower beds. Condition: good.

14
ELECTRICAL AND GAS INSTALLATIONS

14.1

There is an Electrical Installation Condition Report for the Property. Latest certificate dated 10 October 2023, compliant with Part P of Building Regulations.

14.2

There is a Gas Safety Certificate for the Property. Latest dated 5 October 2023, compliant with Gas Safety Regulations.

14.3

The overall condition of the electrical installations in the Property is good.

14.4

The overall condition of the gas installations in the Property is good.

14.5

All electrical and gas work complies with current UK regulations (Part P for electrics, Gas Safety Regulations).

15
PLUMBING AND HEATING SYSTEMS

15.1

There is a central heating system in the Property.

15.2

The type of fuel used for the central heating system is gas.

15.3

There is a boiler in the Property.

15.4

The boiler has been serviced within the last 12 months.

15.5

There is not a separate water heater in the Property.

15.6

There are eight radiators in the central heating system.

15.7

All radiators are in good working condition without leaks. Condition: good.

15.8

All visible pipes are in good condition without signs of leaks or corrosion. Condition: excellent.

15.9

The total number of taps in the Property is twelve. All in good working order.

15.10

All taps are functioning properly without drips or low pressure. Condition: good.

15.11

The heating system complies with UK energy efficiency standards. An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) has been provided to the Tenant.

16
KEYS AND SECURITY

16.1

The types of keys provided to the Tenant are front door key back door key and window keys. All in good condition.

16.2

The number of keys of each type provided to the Tenant is two front door keys two back door keys and four window keys.

16.3

The instructions given to the Tenant regarding the keys are that the Tenant must keep the keys secure and not duplicate them without permission all keys must be returned at the end of the tenancy and any lost keys will result in a replacement fee.

16.4

The types of locks installed on the Property are Yale lock deadbolt lock and window lock. All in good condition.

16.5

The locations of each type of lock in the Property are a Yale lock on the front door a deadbolt lock on the back door and window locks on all ground floor windows.

16.6

The Property has an alarm system installed. Condition: excellent, fully functional.

16.7

The additional security features installed on the Property are CCTV cameras motion sensor lights smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. All in good condition.

16.8

Confirmation that all keys have been returned is required at the end of the tenancy.

16.9

The property meets the requirements of the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015. Detectors are installed, tested and functional.

17
METERS AND UTILITIES

17.1

There is an electricity meter at the Property located in the kitchen cupboard under the sink with meter number E123456789 and the current reading on the electricity meter is 12456 which was taken on 1 October 2023. Condition: good.

17.2

There is a gas meter at the Property located outside the Property near the front entrance with meter number G987654321 and the current reading on the gas meter is 3456 which was taken on 1 October 2023. Condition: good.

17.3

There is not a water meter at the Property.

18
FURNISHINGS AND CONTENTS SCHEDULE

18.1

Living Room: Three-seater sofa (grey fabric, good condition, value \£300), armchair (good, \£150), coffee table (oak, excellent, \£100), TV cabinet (good, \£80), bookshelf (fair, \£50). Total value approx. \£680.

18.2

Kitchen: Dining table (oak, good, \£200), six chairs (good, \£180), kitchen island (excellent, \£250), wall-mounted cabinets (included in units, good). Total approx. \£630.

18.3

Bedrooms: Double bed (Bedroom 1, good, \£250), wardrobe (excellent, \£200), chest of drawers (good, \£100), two bedside tables (fair, \£80), single beds in other bedrooms (good). Total approx. \£800.

18.4

White goods: Refrigerator (excellent, \£400), electric oven (good, \£250), washing machine (good, \£200), no dishwasher. Total approx. \£850.

18.5

Soft furnishings: Curtains (all rooms, excellent, \£150), wool carpet (hallway and bedrooms, good, \£300), area rug (living room, fair, \£50), four scatter cushions (good, \£40). Total approx. \£540.

18.6

All listed furnishings and contents are covered under current home insurance. This schedule serves as a complete record for tenancy deposit purposes.

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United Kingdom Reference Legislation

The following legislation is relevant to the generation of a Inventory Report in the United Kingdom:
This Act governs assured shorthold tenancies (ASTs) in England and Wales, requiring landlords to provide tenants with information on tenancy rights and obligations, including condition reports to protect deposits. Section 48 mandates provision of the landlord's address, but deposit protection schemes often require move-in and move-out condition reports.
Applies to tenancies in England and Wales, imposing implied covenants on landlords for fitness for habitation and repairs. Condition reports support compliance by documenting the property's state at move-in and move-out to resolve disputes over repairs or dilapidations.
For Scotland, this Act regulates private residential tenancies, including requirements for inventory or condition reports at the start and end of a tenancy to assess damages and protect tenant deposits.
Introduces the private residential tenancy in Scotland, mandating a written tenancy agreement and encouraging condition reports or inventories to record the property's condition for dispute resolution.
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