Application for successor tenancy

Use this form to apply to take over a Bernicia tenancy after a tenant has died.

We understand this may be a difficult time.

This form asks for details about the tenant who has passed away, the person applying to take over the tenancy, and anyone else currently living in the home.

If you need help completing the form, please contact us. We are here to support you.

Application for successor tenancy

Please Note: The occupant requesting to succeed this tenancy will not normally be considered unless they have lived in the property with the tenant for a minimum of 12 months.

Tenant details

Name of the Bernicia tenant who has passed away(Required)
MM slash DD slash YYYY

Successor details

Name(Required)
DD slash MM slash YYYY

Other current household members

Please tell us the names of any other household members currently living in the Bernicia home.

Details of other household member one

Name
DD slash MM slash YYYY

Details of other household member two

Name
DD slash MM slash YYYY

Details of other household member three

Name
DD slash MM slash YYYY

Details of other household member four

Name
DD slash MM slash YYYY

Details of other household member five

Name
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Review and confirm before submission(Required)
Please confirm that the information provided in this form is accurate and correct.

Learn more about how we manage tenancies by reading our tenancy policy.

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Right to Succession

Find out what succession means, who may be able to take over a Bernicia tenancy after a tenant dies, and how to make a request.

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