Change of circumstances

During your tenancy, you may experience a change in your circumstances.

It’s important to let us know of any changes to who is living in the property, such as if someone moves out, if you want someone to move in, or if you want to end your tenancy. This includes if you have a new child.

Please complete our online form if you wish to notify us about any changes to the household , and we will be in touch regarding what, if anything, you need to do next.

Online Form

Please note that requests for tenancy changes are considered on an individual basis and will only normally be granted if at least one of the original tenants is still named on the tenancy agreement.

Moving out – Secondary Tenant

If a secondary tenant, someone who resides in the property and is not named on the tenancy agreement, leaves you must let us know so we can update our records. In these circumstances, it is unlikely any further action or information will be required. However, we will contact you to confirm these changes.

Moving Out – Joint Tenant

If a joint tenant – someone named on the tenancy agreement –moves out of the property, it is important that you contact us as soon as possible. Unless we are notified, and the joint tenancy agreement is formally ended, both parties will remain liable for any costs or responsibilities under the terms of the tenancy agreement.

Joint tenants have equal rights and responsibilities over the tenancy and therefore, both parties must agree if one tenant wishes to remain in the property. Approval to grant a new tenancy in a single tenant's name will be subject to affordability checks to ensure that the property is affordable for them based on their sole income. Your Property Management Officer will provide more details regarding what is required after you notify us of any changes.

If you wish to bring a joint tenancy to an end, both parties must complete and return the termination form.

More information regarding ending a joint tenancy is available on Shelter Scotland website How to end your tenancy - Shelter Scotland.

Moving someone in

If you wish for someone to move into the property with you or if you have a new child you must let us know so we can register their details on our system and ensure that the property does not become overcrowded. As the tenancy holder you can ask for someone to be added as a joint or secondary tenant, which we will consider on an individual basis.

You should also be aware that if you choose someone to become a joint tenant, both tenants will have the same rights and responsibilities over the tenancy.