LTA 1954 Notices Flashcards
s30(1) LTA Ground “a”
Tenant’s failure to repair
s30(1) Ground “b”
Persistent delay in paying rent
s30(1) Ground “c”
Substantial breaches of other obligations
s30(1) Ground “d”
Suitable alternative accommodation
s30(1) Ground “e”
Subletting of part - where a higher rent can be obtained renting the whole
s30(1) Ground “f”
Landlord’s intention to renovate or demolish cannot be reasonably done without obtaining possession
s30(1) Ground “g”
Landlord intends to occupy
For which grounds is statutory compensation available?
e-g
How is statutory compensation calculated?
T in occupation for less than 14 years = 1x rateable value
More than 14 years = 2X rateable value
What happens if a tenant does not respond to a s25 notice?
The tenancy will end unless the tenant agrees for it to continue on the terms put forward by the landlord
Can a landlord serve a s25 notice if the tenant has served a s26 notice?
No - would have to respond to the s26 notice instead (and vice-versa)
How long does a landlord have to reply to a s26 notice?
Two months
How should a landlord respond to a s26 notice if they oppose the request?
With a counter-notice specifying a statutory ground for refusal
What is the earliest a s25/s26 notice be served?
12 months before the end of the lease term
What is the latest a s25/s26 notice be served before end of term?
6 months
