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Tenancy Termination Notice (Tenant)

Tenant's written notice ending an AST via break clause or at the end of the fixed term, compliant with the Housing Act 1988.

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[tenantName]
[tenantAddress]

03/07/2026

[landlordName]
[landlordAddress]

BY RECORDED DELIVERY AND EMAIL

Dear [landlordName],

NOTICE TO END ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCY
Property: [propertyAddress]
Tenancy start date: [tenancyStart]    Route: contractual break clause

I write to give you formal written notice, pursuant to the terms of the tenancy agreement dated [tenancyStart] and the Housing Act 1988, that I intend to end the assured shorthold tenancy of the above property.

The last day of my tenancy will be [vacateDate], giving you not less than [noticeDays] days' clear written notice, timed to expire at the end of a rental period.

I will vacate the property, remove all my belongings and return all sets of keys by 12 noon on [vacateDate]. I request that you attend on that date for a check-out inspection and inventory reconciliation.

Under sections 213-215 of the Housing Act 2004 and the Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme rules, please return my deposit of £[depositAmount] within ten (10) days of the tenancy ending, less only such deductions as are supported by evidence and reasonably attributable to breach of the tenancy agreement, fair wear and tear excepted.

My forwarding address for return of the deposit and any correspondence is:
[forwardingAddress]

I confirm I have paid the rent up to and including the last day of the notice period. Please supply a written confirmation once the account is closed.

Yours sincerely,

[tenantName]

Tenancy Termination Notice (Tenant) is a practical tool built to help individuals, professionals, and small businesses in England & Wales navigate a specific legal or administrative task. Tenant's written notice ending an AST via break clause or at the end of the fixed term, compliant with the Housing Act 1988.

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Methodology & statutory basis

The template applies the formulas and drafting conventions that flow from currently effective UK legislation and appellate authority. The citations appear in the Official Sources section below.

The output is a starting point. English case law leaves discretion to the trial judge, and county-court practice can vary.

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