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Periodic tenancy meaning: Fixed term vs. periodic compared

What’s the difference between a fixed term and a periodic tenancy? Let’s take a closer look.

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 2 May 2024 | 3 min read
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A periodic tenancy has no set end date and continues until notice is given, while a fixed-term tenancy runs for a specific period.

For periodic agreements, tenants must give 28 days' written notice. Landlord notice periods vary by reason:

- 90 days for selling the property or major renovations.

- 63 days if the owner or their family will move in.

A fixed-term tenancy automatically becomes periodic at its conclusion unless both parties agree otherwise.

Meaning of ‘periodic tenancy’

Giving notice to end a periodic tenancy

Tenants

Landlords

Make sure you know how your tenancy agreement works before you move in or sign.

Landlords can also apply to the tenancy tribunal to end a periodic tenancy if

The difference between fixed term and periodic tenancy

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