A periodic tenancy is a rental agreement that continues on a rolling basis—usually month to month, sometimes week to week. There’s no set end date. The tenancy keeps going until either the tenant or landlord gives proper notice.

With the Renters’ Rights Bill, periodic tenancies are now the standard for most private rentals. This means:

• Tenants can end the tenancy by giving notice (usually one month).

• Landlords must use specific legal grounds and give proper notice to end the tenancy.

• Tenants have more flexibility and protection from unfair evictions.

Comparison Table: Periodic vs Fixed-Term Tenancy

Periodic tenancies offer more freedom for tenants and require landlords to follow stricter rules. If you want flexibility and security, this system is designed to protect you.


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