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Tenant Gives Five Days' Notice Before Leaving UK and Requests Deposit Return

A landlord has reported receiving just five days' notice from a tenant who is leaving the UK and requesting the return of their deposit, minus five days' rent. The tenant provided notice on 30th June and is due to fly out of the country on 5th July.

According to the report, the tenant is not offering to pay the full two months' notice period rent, but instead is asking for their deposit to be returned, less only the rent for the five days they will remain in the property. The landlord stated they are actively seeking a new tenant and have promised to refund any unused rent and return the deposit accordingly if a new tenant moves in within the two-month notice period.

The landlord also noted that this situation is unprecedented in their 15 years of experience. They are seeking advice from others on how to handle this scenario.

This case highlights a potential challenge for UK letting agents and inventory clerks when tenants provide short notice before leaving the country, particularly regarding notice periods, rent payments, and deposit returns.