Serving a Section 21 Notice

Are you aware that simple errors such as incorrect name spelling or postcode in a Section 21 Notice can deem it as incorrectly served?  This can result in increased legal costs and a delay in evicting problem tenants. 

A Section 21(1)(b) notice needs to be served on the tenant at least two months before the expiry of a fixed term tenancy, and a Section 21(4)(a) notice is served on tenants holding over under a statutory periodic tenancy.  It is imperative that the correct notice is used for the correct tenancy.

You should also obtain proof of postage when posting a notice to a tenant or if hand delivered, this should be served to the tenant at the property in the presence of a witness.

If you are unsure of your obligations when serving a Section 21 Notice, you should seek legal advice.  For more information, see our legal notices page

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