Termination of a tenancy following the death of a tenant

This leaflet has been produced to advise people who are clearing a property following the death of the tenant.

ENDING A TENANCY

Please notify the Association of the death of the tenant by contacting the Housing Officer as soon as possible.  You will need to confirm in writing who the executor or next of kin is and supply a copy of the Death Certificate.

The tenancy will end on the Monday following receipt of keys at Aragon Housing Association offices.

Full rent is payable up to the date the tenancy ends.

Please note that housing benefit entitlement stops on the death of a tenant.

CLEARING THE PROPERTY

  • All floor coverings and furnishings should be removed, unless the Association has agreed in writing that items can remain.
  • The property should be cleared of all items and rubbish. The Association is not able to offer a free rubbish removal service and therefore any costs incurred in removing any items which have been left in the property may be charged for.
  • Do not leave any open gas pipes or live wires. Always use a qualified or registered tradesman to remove appliances.

AGENCIES TO NOTIFY

  • Gas, electricity, water and telephone companies will need to be informed following the death of a tenant.  Telephone numbers can be found in the telephone directory.  Meter readings should also be taken.
  • Please inform your local Council with regard to council tax and housing benefit. Central Beds Council can be contacted on telephone 08452 304040.

RETURNING KEYS

  • All keys to the property including any outbuildings or sheds should be returned to Aragon Housing Association’s offices – clearly labelled.
  • All keys to communal entrance doors to flat blocks should be returned to Aragon Housing Association’s offices.
  • Any Lifeline Pendants should also be returned.
  • The Association may charge for the replacement of keys or lock changes if all keys are not returned

DEATH CERTIFICATE

  • Please remember to provide the Association with a copy of the death certificate either before or when you return the keys.

If you have any queries regarding the above please contact Aragon Housing Association (01525 840505) and we will be pleased to give further advice.


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