Giving a tenant notice to end a short assured tenancy
To end a short assured tenancy, you must send your tenant the correct documents and notice.
Otherwise, you may not be able to get an eviction order from the First-Tier Tribunal for Scotland (Housing and Property Chamber).
Ending a short assured tenancy during the fixed term
A short assured tenancy always lasts for a fixed term. This must be at least 6 months.
The tenancy agreement should say what the fixed term is.
If you want to evict the tenant during the fixed term, you must follow the assured tenancy eviction process.
Ending a short assured tenancy when the fixed term ends
You must send your tenant:
- a notice to quit
- a section 33 notice
These must be in writing. They must tell your tenant:
- that you want the property back
- the notice period you’re giving them – this must be at least 2 months
- when the tenancy will end – this is sometimes called the ’ish date’
- that you must apply for an eviction order if they do not move out at the end of the notice period
- where they can get independent advice on their rights
You do not need to give an eviction ground or reason when you use a section 33 notice.