Ground 17
Tenancy Obtained by False Statement
What is Ground 17 - Tenancy Obtained by False Statement
The landlord must prove that:
a) The tenancy was granted as a result of a false statement made by the tenant or someone acting at their instigation.
This includes both deliberate falsehoods and reckless statements later found to be untrue. The statement may have been made orally, in writing, or by omission of material facts.
b) The false statement was material to the decision to grant the tenancy.
The false statement must have significantly influenced or contributed to the landlord’s decision to offer the tenancy.
c) The tenant against whom proceedings are brought is the original tenant.
The ground cannot be used against someone who acquired the tenancy by succession or assignment.
Possession during fixed term
A possession order on Ground 17 can take effect during the fixed term if the tenancy agreement allows for it.
Notice period
The minimum notice period the landlord must give under Ground 17 is two weeks.
Reasonable to order possession
Even if the ground is proven, the court must still be satisfied that it is reasonable to grant possession.
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