What is a demoted tenancy?

If you behave in an anti-social manner we can apply for a demotion order against you.

We will consider using a demotion order to give the tenant a chance to change their behaviour

If the court grants a demotion order, your assured  tenancy will be demoted to to a shorthold tenancy.

This is a less secure form of tenancy and means that you will lose certain rights, for example the right to buy.

How long will the tenancy be demoted?

Demoted tenancies usually last for one year. If there are no problems during that time, you will automatically be given a new assured tenancy.

What will happen if I break my tenancy agreement again?

If you break your tenancy agreement again (for example by not paying the rent), we can ask the court to give us possession of your property. The court cannot refuse our request.