On the 11th June 2022, Tenancies of Unlimited Duration were introduced into law. This change provides more security of tenure for tenants. It means that, after six months living in a tenancy, the tenant will have a right to remain in the property for an unlimited duration.
Key Changes
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Landlords no longer possess the right to terminate tenancies every six years. Termination can now only occur if a landlord serves a valid notice based on specified termination grounds outlined in the RTB.
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All new tenancies established on or after 11th June 2022, automatically become Tenancies of Unlimited Duration if:
- The tenant has resided in the rental property continuously for six months.
- A valid termination notice has not been issued.
Notes
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Existing tenancies established before the 11th June 2022, will continue to adhere to the existing security of tenure rules. It is valid until the current six-year cycle of the tenancy concludes.
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Landlords can still end existing tenancies at the six-year mark without stating a reason. However, after the current cycle concludes, tenancies become unlimited in duration and can only be terminated for specific reasons.
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If a tenancy is terminated, any new tenancy will automatically become a tenancy of indefinite duration, following the mentioned requirements.
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On June 11, 2022, if a tenancy is already in place, landlords and tenants are encouraged to mutually agree to transition from a six-year cycle to a Tenancy of Unlimited Duration.