Eviction of housing association tenants
This content applies to England only.
Housing laws vary between England and Scotland. Get advice relating to Scotland
Whatever type of tenancy you have, a housing association should only evict its tenants as a last resort. You have the right to stay in your home as long as is stated in your tenancy agreement, providing you don't break the rules of your tenancy.
If you are threatened with eviction for any reason, speak to an adviser immediately. Even if the bailiffs are on the way, it's never too late to get help - use our advice services directory to find your local advice centre.
Notice requirements
Housing association tenants can only be evicted in certain circumstances, such as breaking one of the terms in their tenancy agreement. If this happens, the housing association should give you notice.
Grounds for eviction
Housing associations need legal reasons (known as grounds) to evict secure and assured tenants.
The steps involved
This section outlines the basic steps that are involved in an eviction. Not all housing association tenants have rights at each of these stages.
