Can my landlord evict me for rent arrears?
If you have rent arrears, your landlord will probably try and evict you. This is called ‘seeking possession’. In most cases your landlord still has to get a court order before they can evict you and they can’t apply for a court order until the notice period has run out. The court order is called a ‘possession order’.
Can you be evicted for rent arrears in Scotland?
If you’re behind with your rent, your landlord can’t evict you unless they give you 6 months’ notice. Your landlord must still follow the correct legal procedure in the tribunal or court. If you’re a private-sector tenant, your landlord must go to the First-tier Tribunal to get an eviction order.
Can you be rehoused with rent arrears?
You should treat rent arrears from a previous property the same as you should do with other non-priority unsecured debts, unless the landlord has taken court action to recover the money you owe them. This means you may need to clear the arrears quickly if you want to get rehoused with them.
How many months rent arrears before eviction Council?
How far behind on my rent can I get before eviction? The law varies depending on the type of tenancy agreement you have with your landlord. But, generally, it states that a tenant has to be 8 weeks behind on rent (if paying weekly) or two months behind (if paying monthly).
How many months rent arrears before eviction Scotland?
three months
If you have three months’ arrears or more The tribunal must make an eviction order if you have three months arrears: at the time of the notice, and. at the time of the eviction hearing.
Can council rent arrears be written off?
If a tenant clears the amount of arrears not set aside and maintains a clear rent account for 18 months, the council will write off the amount set aside in full. The council recognises that tenants may sometimes experience genuine hardship, which may cause them difficulty in paying their rent.
Can I get help paying my rent arrears?
Get help with rent and bills If you already receive housing benefit but you’re still struggling to pay or facing rent arrears, you can apply for a discretionary housing payment. You will need to contact your local council. If you need help paying your utility bills you can contact Turn2Us, for help finding a grant.
Can I get help to clear my rent arrears?
Can a housing association evict you for rent arrears?
Don’t leave a council or housing association home because of rent arrears. Councils and housing associations should only use eviction as a last resort. You may be able to come to an agreement to pay back arrears.
Where can I send a cheque to Northwards Housing?
You can, however, send a cheque (made out to Manchester City Council) to: Rent Team, Northwards Housing, 549 Cheetham Hill Road, M8 9NW. Write your name, address and tenancy reference on the back of the cheque. Are you finding it hard to pay your rent?
When is the best time to contact Northwards Housing?
Are you in debt? Need help? What is your question about? Can’t find what you’re looking for? Chat to our team between 8.45am-4.30pm, Mon-Fri
Can a landlord give a no fault notice for rent arrears?
Most private renters are assured shorthold tenants. You could be given a section 21 notice or a section 8 notice or both. With a section 21 notice your landlord does not have to prove that you owe rent. It’s sometimes called a ‘no fault’ notice. Even if you pay off the arrears, the court can’t prevent an eviction.
