Welcome to the Rhode Island Statewide Rental Registry
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In accordance with Rhode Island General Law 34-18-58, all landlords are now required to register their rental properties with the Rhode Island Department of Health. This mandatory registry aims to ensure transparency, safety, and accountability in the rental market across the state.
Registering your rental property is not just a legal requirement - it's a step towards fostering safer and healthier living conditions for tenants. If your property was built before 1978, and is subject to lead hazard mitigation regulations, you must also submit proof of a valid lead certificate.
Please not the following deadlines:
1. Initial registration should be completed by October 1, 2024.
2. New property owners or landlords must register within 30 days of acquisition or leasing.
3. Annual re-registration by October 1 to update or confirm existing information.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Failure to register or update your information can result in fines, starting at $50 per month and up to $1,000 per violation for repeated non-compliance. Please note that landlords who are not registered cannot proceed with eviction actions for nonpayment of rent.