Ending a tenancy

17 Jul 2025

Watch this 12-minute video to understand:

  • the process to end a tenancy  
  • different ways to end a tenancy  
  • the use of a Notice to leave (Form 12)
  • the use of a Notice of intention to leave (Form 13/Form R13)
  • responsibilities when ending a tenancy
  • the handover process
  • what happens if a tenancy fails to vacate
  • record-keeping requirements.

For more information, visit our Ending a tenancy webpage. 

Original publication on 17 Jul 2025
Last updated on 17 Jul 2025

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