Section 8 Notice - Other Grounds

While Ground 8 (rent arrears), Ground 1 (landlord occupation) and Ground 1A (intention to sell) are among the most commonly used grounds for possession, the law provides a number of other grounds that may allow a landlord to recover possession of their property.

These grounds can apply in a wide range of circumstances, including situations where a tenant has breached the tenancy agreement, behaved anti-socially, or obtained the tenancy through false information.

Where a landlord believes another ground may apply, we recommend discussing the circumstances of the case so that the most appropriate ground for possession can be identified.

Some examples of grounds that may apply include:

• Ground 12 – Breach of Tenancy Agreement
• Where a tenant has breached the terms of the tenancy agreement, for example by subletting the property without permission or failing to comply with other obligations.
• Ground 14 – Anti-Social Behaviour
• Where a tenant has been responsible for serious nuisance, annoyance or anti-social behaviour affecting neighbours or the surrounding community.
• Ground 17 – False Statements
• Where the tenancy was granted based on false or misleading information provided by the tenant, such as incorrect details given during the application process.

These are only a small number of the statutory grounds available to landlords, and the appropriate ground will always depend on the specific facts of the case.

If you believe another ground for possession may apply in your situation, please contact us to discuss the circumstances of your case. We will review the position and advise on the most appropriate course of action to recover possession of your property.