Termination of Tenancy Agreements

Terminating a tenancy involves following specific legal procedures, and the process may vary depending on the type of tenancy and the circumstances. The general steps for terminating tenancies are:

Notice to Quit:

• For Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs), you can use a Section 21 notice or a Section 8 notice, depending on the reason for eviction. Section 21 is typically used when the fixed term has ended or during a periodic tenancy when there is no fixed term. Section 8 is used when there are specific grounds for eviction, such as rent arrears or breach of tenancy terms.
• For other types of tenancies, provide a written notice to quit in accordance with the terms of the tenancy agreement or the common law.

Notice Period:

• The length of the notice period depends on various factors, including the type of tenancy, the grounds for eviction, and any local regulations. In an AST, for example, a Section 21 notice usually requires at least two months' notice.

Serving the Notice:

• Ensure that the notice is served correctly and in writing. It must include specific information and meet legal requirements. The notice should be sent via first-class post or delivered by hand. Keep a record of the notice and any proof of service.

Court Proceedings (if necessary):

• If the tenant does not vacate the property after the notice period expires or contests the eviction, you may need to apply to the court for a possession order.
• The court will issue a possession order, which may be either a standard possession order or an accelerated possession order, depending on the circumstances.

Bailiff Eviction (if necessary):

• If the tenant still does not leave after a possession order is granted, you may need to request a warrant for possession from the court, which allows bailiffs to physically remove the tenant.

The linked titles below provide a complete set of templates for Section 8 and Section 21 termination and prossession procedures and .......

• Preparing and Managing Termination of Tenancy
• Section 8 Termination of Tenancy
• Section 8 Standard Possession Procedure
• Legal Enforcement of Section 8 Possession Order
• Section 21 Termination of Tenancy
• Section 21 Accelerated Possession Procedure
• Legal Enforcement of Section 21 Possession Order
• Other Types of Residential Terminations
• Property Left Behind by Residential Tenants

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