For what reasons will a mutual exchange be refused?
You can’t mutually exchange if you have an introductory tenancy. There are also specific grounds for refusing of a mutual exchange laid out in the Housing Act 1985 and Localism Act 2011.
The most common reasons for refusing an exchange are:
- Either party has rent arrears.
- The property is substantially larger than reasonably needed.
- Action has been commenced by the landlord due to anti-social behaviour or other breach of tenancy.
- The property has been adapted for a tenant with special needs for example is wheelchair adapted.