Renting Guide
Everything you need to know about ending a fixed term tenancy
Ready to go? Here’s what you need to do
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Ending a fixed-term tenancy requires written notice. For agreements signed on or after 11 February 2021, you must give at least 28 days' notice before the term's end date. Without notice, the tenancy automatically becomes periodic.
You can end a fixed-term tenancy early in specific situations:
- By mutual agreement with the landlord.
- By assigning the tenancy to a suitable new tenant.
- By applying to the Tenancy Tribunal due to severe hardship.
For advice, contact Tenancy Services.
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