RICS standards portal

Service charge residential management code

Effective from 7 April 2026, the 4th edition of this code has been approved by the Secretary of State and sets out best practices for managing residential leasehold properties in England, with a focus on raising standards, promoting consistency and ensuring transparency.

ESG and sustainability in commercial property valuation

Effective from 30 April 2026, the 4th edition of this global professional standard provides a practical framework for considering significant sustainability and ESG factors in commercial property valuation.

Land agreements for development purposes

Effective from 1 March 2026, this new professional standard provides advice and sets out mandatory requirements for RICS members and RICS-regulated firms working on land agreements for development and promotion purposes.

Countering financial crime: bribery, corruption, money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions violations

Effective from 17 December 2025, this 2nd edition professional standard outlines mandatory requirements and best practice for RICS members and RICS-regulated firms globally, to reduce the risks of financial crime.