Who needs to register for landlord registration?

Everyone who owns residential and/or multi-unit rental properties in the City of South Bend, which they do not personally occupy, must register their rental properties with DCI- Neighborhoods on or before September 1st of every year. 2025 will be different due to the new platform launch. Not included are short-term rentals such as AirBNB or VRBO.

Why do I need to register as a landlord?

In 2016, the South Bend Common Council passed an ordinance establishing the Landlord Registration program, in accordance with a state law passed in 2014. This ordinance mandates that all landlords of rental units within the City of South Bend must register with the Neighborhoods Division.

How to register as a landlord

The City of South Bend has launched a new online application for Landlord Registration. Owners/landlords can register unlimited properties, assign property managers, and update their information throughout the year. Registration is intended for property OWNERS only. If you are a property manager, or other agent for the owner, please instruct the property owner to complete the registration.

This is a brand-new portal therefore if a landlord has registered previously, you will still need to re-register on the new system. Landlord Registration

Issues and feedback should be submitted to landlordregistration@southbendin.gov.

What are the costs associated with registering as a landlord?

· The cost is $5 to register properties with DCI-Neighborhoods. This is per owner/landlord, not per property.

· Failure to renew the registration is subject to a penalty of $300.

· Submitting an incomplete registration may result in a penalty of $100.

What else do I need to know about landlord registration?

• The full ordinance can be viewed here . In 2016, the South Bend Common Council passed an ordinance establishing the Landlord Registration program, in accordance with a state law passed in 2014. This ordinance mandates that all landlords of rental units within the City of South Bend must register with DCI-Neighborhoods.
• Additional Landlord Registration Information and FAQs can be found on our website.
• South Bend Human Rights Commission - we encourage you to visit this link if you think you may be a victim of housing discrimination

Ordinance

The full ordinance can be viewed here.

311 Process Notes

If you think you may be a victim of housing discrimination, please visit the South Bend Human Rights Commission.