Housing

You might have to leave your property for lots of different reasons. It might be that; 

• The landlord wants to move back into their property
• You haven't paid your rent on time
• The tenancy agreement has come to an end
• The landlord wants to increase the rent 

If you are unsure why you have been asked to leave your property speak to the Resettlement team at Kingston. There is a procedure that landlords legally have to follow to evict you, we can make sure they are doing everything properly and fairly. 

Homelessness Application

It is important to talk to the landlord as soon as possible to discuss the possibility of extending the tenancy agreement (even if that means increasing the rent). 

If this is not possible AND you are sent an eviction letter, you must fill out a homelessness application from the council.

Fill out the form here. You will then be allocated a housing officer who will support you through this process. 

You should also start looking for accommodation as soon as possible.

When to leave your home

If your tenancy agreement has expired it does not mean you should leave your property. The landlord has to issue an eviction notice to make you leave.

If you recieve an eviction notice DO NOT leave the property on the notice date. 

The landlord must get a possession order from the court that tells you to leave so that the landlord can get the property back. A bailiff notice of eviction will then be sent to you with the date and time of your eviction. 

After recieving a bailiff notice of eviction please immediately inform your housing officer. 

If you are eligible, the council will provide you and your family a room in an emergency accommodation.