What happens?
We will check all requests to succession.
When considering a request you will need to provide:
- a copy of the death certificate
- proof the family relationship such as marriage certificates, birth certificates passports etc.
- proof of residence at the family home for the required period of time such as bank or building society statements, housing benefit documents and other formal correspondence.
We aim to give a decision within 20 working day and will write confirming the succession of the tenancy from the first Monday after the tenant's death. We will amend their records to show the change in tenant from this date. The new tenant does not sign a new tenancy agreement.
If you have succeeded to a tenancy but the property is larger than you reasonably need, the council will require you to move to smaller accommodation which meets your needs. This does not apply if you were the spouse or civil partner of the deceased.