Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Team from a report by Property118. Read the original article for full details.
Landlords Face 31 July Deadline for Possession Applications
Landlords have until 31 July to apply for court possession under Section 21 or older Section 8 notices. This follows changes brought in by the Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force in May.
According to Property118, the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act in May led to the abolition of fixed-term tenancies. All existing Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) were automatically converted into Assured Periodic Tenancies (APTs).
The report highlights that landlords who are already in the possession process may be affected by these changes. The deadline of 31 July is the final date for landlords to apply for court possession using Section 21 or older Section 8 notices.
Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware of these legislative changes and the approaching deadline, as it may impact ongoing and future tenancy management processes.
Source: Property118