If there is evidence to suggest a tenancy has been obtained or kept fraudulently, we will investigate thoroughly which may result in us taking legal action to seek back possession.
Tenancy fraud is also a criminal offence and can result in fines, imprisonment, or both.
Tenancy fraud is when someone misuses or unlawfully occupies a social housing property to which they are not entitled. This can include:
- Unlawful Subletting/Subletting for Profit - renting out your property to someone else/making a profit from this
- False Information - providing false information during the housing application process
- Abandonment - leaving the property vacant while living elsewhere
- Failing to use the property as your principle home
- Fraudulently submitting a Right to Buy/Right to Acquire application
- Holding more than one social housing tenancy at once.
If you suspect tenancy fraud, please let us know using one of the contact methods below.
