Ending your council tenancy
If you wish to end your council tenancy please follow the advice
below.
Remember to:
- give 4 weeks Notice unless you are transferring to
another West Lancashire District Council tenancy, this
can be done by visiting one of our Customer Service
Points or by telephoning 01695 577177
- any alterations or improvements made without our written
permission must be reinstated to the original condition unless
approved by our Housing Officer during their inspection
- ensure property is clean
- remove all of your belongings from the property, garden and any
communal areas
- clear your loft and any outbuildings
- return two sets of keys including any communal door keys. These
should be returned to our Customer Service Point no later than 12
noon on the day your notice expires
- replace any fixtures damaged during the term of your tenancy
for example doors and kitchen units
When we receive notice from you, we will arrange for a Housing
Officer to inspect your property. You will be advised of any
repairs which are your responsibility and will have the
opportunity to put things right before you leave.
Recharge costs
If you leave any items in the property or garden, or leave the
property in poor condition, you will be charged for the cost of us
putting things right. Costs vary, but here are some examples for
guidance.
An example of likely costs are:
- leaving a small amount of rubbish in your property, store
cupboard, shed or garden e.g. a bin bag - approximately £75.00
- leaving larger items in your property or garden - £148.68
but charge will increase if an excessive amount of items are
left
- leaving carpets, vinyl floor covering or stick on tiles -
£148.68
- leaving a fridge or fridge freezer in your property or
garden - £92.93
- changing your locks if two sets of keys are not returned
- £50.00
As you can see from the above charges, it is very important that
you leave your property and garden completely free from rubbish and
belongings when you hand in your
keys.
Rent
Rent is due up to the date the notice expires, even if you move
out beforehand.
Housing benefit
If you are in receipt of housing benefit, it is likely that this
will be cancelled when you move out, so if you leave before the
date your tenancy ends, you may have to pay full rent from that
date. If you have any queries regarding your housing or
council tax benefit, you should contact the housing and council tax
benefits team for further advice.
Meter readings
For your own benefit, please make arrangements for final
readings to be taken by the companies who supply your gas and
electricity. You should also contact your telephone
company and United Utilities to inform them of your
intended vacation. Their telephone numbers will be on any
bills that they have sent to you.
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