Notice requirements at end of tenancy?

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12:01 AM, 12th July 2023, 3 years ago 6

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Hello, my tenant’s current rental agreement ends in October. I need to give notice as the house needs modernisation and won’t be habitable.

What are the important things to know? Is there a template notice document? I have an up-to-date gas certificate and EPC. There are no outstanding repairs. Anything else I need to be aware of?

Any advice is greatly appreciated,

Thanks,

Paul

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Mehmet Al

Member Since December 2021 - Comments: 2

8:08 AM, 12th July 2023, About 3 years ago

I was told it had to be in a state of good repair before I could evict ? I’ve since had a major leak and need to completely renovate, but the agent is still saying I need to do it while their in there ??

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Judith Wordsworth Read Full Bio

Member Since January 2015 - Comments: 1435 - Articles: 1

8:45 AM, 12th July 2023, About 3 years ago

S21 needs to be served a minimum of 2 months before the expiry date on the tenancy agreement.
All forms re ASTs can be found here
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/assured-tenancy-forms

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Nikki Palmer

Member Since March 2015 - Comments: 120

8:59 AM, 12th July 2023, About 3 years ago

Reply to the comment left by Judith Wordsworth at 12/07/2023 – 08:45
Providing 4 months have lapsed.

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RoseD

Member Since September 2022 - Comments: 198

9:22 AM, 12th July 2023, About 3 years ago

Reply to the comment left by Nikki Palmer at 12/07/2023 – 08:59
Hi Nikki
Is there a requirement for 4 months? I thought it was statutory 2 months. I have no issues with repairs but may want to sell early next year.

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Mike T

Member Since July 2013 - Comments: 197

1:00 PM, 12th July 2023, About 3 years ago

Reply to the comment left by Nikki Palmer at 12/07/2023 – 08:59
Assuming a 6 month AST.
The 2 months refers, I understand, to the time of giving notice before end of tenancy.

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Rod

Member Since August 2021 - Comments: 307 - Articles: 1

3:59 PM, 12th July 2023, About 3 years ago

You can serve S21 from 4th month of the tenancy.

You also need
– Gas safety certificates for whole of tenancy
– EPC
– Deposit protection certificate (if relevant)
– Proof of providing government “How to Rent Guide” at start of tenancy

If you want more advice, you are welcome to check the guides on IHowz’ site. Members can call our friendly advice team for specific advice.

https://ihowz.uk/landlords/

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