Proposals to Abolish Section 21 Notices

In April 2019 the Government outlined plans to consult on new legislation to abolish so called ‘no-fault’ evictions under Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988.

A section 21 notice gives a Tenant a minimum of two months to vacate a property. A Landlord does not need to give a reason to serve a s.21 notice. This type of notice is commonly used if a Tenant is in rent arrears as it is often easier than having to argue in court about the reasons for seeking an eviction order.

Under the Government’s plans, landlords would need to provide a “concrete, evidenced reason already specified in law” in order to end a tenancy.

As the current situation is currently unclear you should act now if you have a problem tenant that you wish to evict from your property.

If you need any advice as a Landlord contact us now on 01606 74301 or e-mail melissa.hamilton@mosshaselhurst.co.uk