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Rental Compliance Gap Finder

Answer a few questions about the basics most cities check, and get a scorecard. Free, no sign-up required.

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State

Property Type

Questions

Answer Yes, No, or skip any question you are unsure about.

Have you registered or licensed this rental with your city?

Registration & Licensing

Do you know your next renewal date and fee?

Registration & Licensing

Does every level of the unit have a working smoke alarm?

Safety Basics

Do kitchen and bathroom outlets near water have GFCI protection?

Safety Basics

Are handrails present and secure on any stairs with 4 or more steps?

Safety Basics

If this property was built before 1978, has the tenant received the federal lead-paint disclosure and pamphlet?

Lead Paint (pre-1978 only)

RentalPermitPath is an independent publisher of landlord compliance information. We are not a law firm and this is not legal advice. City programs change; always confirm current requirements with your city's rental licensing office. This packet helps you organize and prepare; it does not file anything for you or guarantee any inspection or licensing outcome.