The high demand for social housing means that we need to ensure that any properties which have been let are occupied.
If you believe that a property has been abandoned or sub-let please contact your Tenancy and Estate Management Officer on 01509 634666 or email tenancy.services@charnwood.gov.uk.
Non-occupation
Non-occupation of a property is a direct breach of the tenancy agreement which states that 'you must reside continuously in the property as your only or principle home'.
Abandoned and empty homes can also have a negative visual impact on estates and can be susceptible to vandalism and squatting.
Reports of abandonment
We respond quickly to reports of abandonment, and will carry out a visit to the property within 24 hours unless a tenant has advised us of their intentions and terminated their tenancy.
Following an investigation into a report of abandonment, if the Tenancy and Estate Management Officers believe that the property has been abandoned they will take the necessary steps to recover possession of the property.
Sub-letting
You must not sub-let or hand over your entire home to someone else under any circumstances. If you do, you will no longer have a secure or introductory tenancy and you may lose your home.
Last updated: Tue 17th September, 2024 @ 12:12