Introduction To Council Tenancies
New Tenants
If you are joining Darlington Borough Council as a new tenant, you will be an 'Introductory Tenant' for at least the first year. An introductory tenancy is a trial period, before you become a secure tenant. Introductory tenants have fewer rights than secure tenants, and their tenancies can be ended more easily if you break the tenancy conditions.
We can add an extra 6 months to an introductory tenancy if we think we need to. This means an introductory tenancy can last for 18 months. This may happen if any of the tenancy conditions have been broken.
Provided that there are no problems or rent arrears, the tenancy converts to a 'Secure Tenancy' after 12/18 months. You first need to apply to be on the council list before you can become a tenant.
Existing Tenants
When you started your tenancy with Darlington Borough Council, you signed a Tenancy Agreement.
This is an important document setting our your rights and responsibilities as a tenant, and what service you can expect from the Council as your landlord. It is the legal contract between you and the Council. As a tenant you must keep to the conditions of the your tenancy set out in the agreement.
You are responsible for the conduct and behaviour of friends, relatives, any other people (including children) and pets living in or visiting your home, communal area or locality. It is important that you refer to your Tenancy Agreement for full details of your rights and responsibilities.
Please contact us for further information on 01325 388542.
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