Compare Tenant Eviction Notices
Where the Tenant fails or refuses to leave there are only two forms of Eviction Notice to end the Tenancy. If you fail to serve a valid Notice any
application made for possession will be
denied
The Section 21 Notice Tenant Eviction process is easier for it is a postal request that results in mandatory possession, whereas with the Section 8 Tenant Eviction Notice process attendance in court is required and whilst the Landlord can seek possession and damages, the outcome is far from guaranteed.
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This is a "Mandatory Possession" process |
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This is a "Fault based" process |
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Advantages Section 21 Tenant Eviction
Possession is usually faster. There is usually no court hearing (making this a paper-based exercise). Provided your application is valid, possession must be granted and the tenant ordered to leave.
Disadvantages Section 21 Tenant Eviction Notice

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The tenant has breached a term of the Tenancy and I require them to leave and I also want compensating for losses (rent arrears, damage etc). The process is more complicated and the Judge has discretion to deny possession and allow the Tenant to stay. see Suspended Orders
Use this process where
Advantages Section 8 Tenant Eviction
Disadvantages Section 8 Tenant Eviction Notice
Possession is not guaranteed: The tenant may also undermine your case see Tenants Defence delaying tactics
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