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Section 8 notice to regain possession based on 17 grounds
- 1. Section 8 NoticeTo Regain Possession Based On 17 Grounds Section 8 talks about the UK are Housing Act 1988 and are also popularly known as ‘Section 8 Quit/Possession Notice’. It is a pre-requisite from the landlord to regain the possession, before the assured tenancy period ends. It is based on seventeen grounds. While serving section 8 notice the landlord has to give reasons, why they need to get back their property possession. Grounds for eviction The time given for section 8 eviction differs, it is determined on the grounds, which are categorised into mandatory and discretionary. Grounds 1 – 8 are mandatory and usually related to rent arrears. It indicates that if the court finds the landlord’s reason favourable, the possession order is given instantly. Other discretionary grounds need sufficient written evidence and it depends on the judgment of the court. Discretionary cases include leaseholder causing damage to the property, breech of tenancy, subletting the property or anti-social behaviour. Timeline differs Two months notice is essential on grounds 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 9 & 16. Two weeks’ notice is necessary on grounds 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, & 17. How is section 8 served? The section 8 form is filled and conveyed to the tenant residing at that address. It is wise to send it via courier, so that proof of postage can be acquired. Usually 3 working days can be allowed for the tenant to receive the notice. Expiry date is determined 2 weeks or 2 months (depending on the mentioned grounds) after the notice is received. The landlord can take legal action for possession once the notice gets expired and issue remains unsolved. For more information about http://www.landlordrights2evict.co.uk/ Landlordrights2evict visit us at