Types of tenancy
There are two different types of tenancy available to tenants of South Tyneside Homes.
Introductory tenancies
If this is your first tenancy with us you will probably have an introductory tenancy. This will last for twelve months, after which you will automatically become a secure tenant.
With an introductory tenancy, you have the same rights as a secure tenant, but with the following exceptions:
- You do not have the right to buy your home.
- You are not allowed to join the tenants' transfer list for rehousing.
- You do not have the right to compensation if you improve your home. However, you are allowed to decorate your home.
- You do not have the right to exchange your home with another customer.
Secure tenancies
Most of our customers are secure tenants, which means that they are protected under the Housing Act 1985.
This means that as long as this is your only and main home, we cannot make you leave without a court order.
