Accommodation compliance for hotels, B&Bs, and holiday lets
Providing paid accommodation in the UK brings specific legal obligations beyond standard business compliance. Fire safety rules are stricter where guests sleep, water systems need active management to prevent legionella, and registration requirements vary across the four nations. This journey covers the key areas you need to address, in the order that matters most.
Accommodation regulations for hotels, B&Bs, and short-term lets
Registration requirements, short-term lets rules including the London 90-day limit, and planning implications across the UK
Health, safety and fire for hospitality venues
Fire risk assessment obligations, fire safety certification, and general H&S duties for accommodation providers
Commercial kitchen safety: gas, ventilation, and legionella
Legionella risk management, temperature monitoring regimes, and flushing schedules for accommodation water systems
Accommodation regulations: HMO licensing
When HMO licensing applies to accommodation providers and how to check with your local authority
Accommodation regulations: VAT on accommodation
VAT rates for accommodation, the 28-day reduced value rule, mixed supplies, and common pitfalls
Data protection and CCTV for hospitality
ICO registration, guest booking data, CCTV requirements, wifi login data, and data breach reporting
Hospitality annual compliance checklist
Annual review covering licensing, fire safety, gas safety, insurance, data protection, and employment obligations