Introductory tenancies last for 12 months. During this time we will review your tenancy to make sure you're happy in your home and that you manage it well.
The trial period ends 12 months after the start of your tenancy.
If your tenancy is conducted in a satisfactory way during this time you will automatically become a secure tenant. However, if you break any rules set out in your tenancy agreement, you can be evicted.
If there are some issues that you are addressing, then we may look to extend your tenancy for a further 6 months.
Your rights and responsibilities
As an introductory tenant you have the same responsibilities as a secure tenant, but you do not have the same rights. If you break any rules in the tenancy agreement we may serve you with a notice and as long as we've followed our procedures the court must grant a possession order.
As an introductory tenant you must:
- pay your weekly rent
- keep your home and garden clean and tidy
- respect your neighbours and not behave in a way which causes, or allows the cause of, any nuisance behaviour
As an introductory tenant you do not have the right to:
- exchange your home
- transfer the tenancy to anyone else
- take in lodgers
- sublet any part of your home
- buy your council home
- carry out improvements to your home
Sometimes you may be able to make small improvements to your home. However, you must get written permission from your Housing Management Officer before you start any work.
Reviews of your tenancy
During the trial period your Housing Management Officer will visit you to make sure everything is going well. You will have a minimum of 3 visits after:
- 6 weeks
- 6 months
- 9 months
These visits offer you support, advice and guidance on how to manage your tenancy and discuss any problems you may have. You may have more visits depending on your circumstances.
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