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