Section 8 eviction Notices

Eviction after a s8 Notice

What is a s8 Eviction Notice?

A Section 8 notice is a legal document that a landlord serves to a tenant to inform them that they must leave their property. It’s used when a tenant breaches the terms of their tenancy agreement.

What does a Section 8 notice include?

• The reasons for the eviction, also known as the grounds for possession
• The earliest date the landlord can start court action
• The notice period

What happens after a Section 8 notice is served?

• The landlord applies to the court for a possession order after the notice period expires
• If the court finds the grounds for eviction to be valid, they will make a possession order
• The tenant is evicted

What are some common grounds for a Section 8 notice?

• Rent arrears
• Using the property for illegal activity
• Anti-social behavior, such as noise nuisance or breaching a criminal behavior order

What can a tenant do if they receive a Section 8 notice?

• They can challenge the eviction
• They can work with the landlord to resolve the issue, such as by agreeing a rent repayment plan
• They can seek free legal advice from the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service

More Reading:

Citizens Advice
Gov.uk guide