What is discretionary succession?

What is discretionary succession?

Only one succession is permitted for each property meaning that it is not possible to succeed into a property where the deceased tenant had already succeeded into it. However we may allow some additional family members to succeed to a tenancy in limited circumstances. This is called a discretionary succession.

What is the difference between social housing and council housing?

As a social tenant, you rent your home from the housing association or council, who act as landlord. Social housing is also sometimes referred to as council housing, although these types of homes are slightly different in terms of the type of tenancy agreement you sign, and the rights you have to property as a result.

Can two people succeed a tenancy?

Can more than one person succeed? Only one person can succeed to a tenancy; if there is a joint tenancy the remaining joint tenant can succeed. If more than one person applies for succession, preference will be given to the tenant’s spouse or civil partner.

Who has the right of succession?

Under Section- 32 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925, a Christian legal heir is a wife, a husband or the kin of the deceased, for instance, Widow. Daughter. Son.

Is social housing for life?

People will no longer have the right to live in their council home for life in future after ministers moved to impose a five-year limit on new tenancies. In an explanatory note to the bill, Brandon Lewis, the housing minister, said: “A secure tenant can currently live in a property for life.

Can married couples be tenants in common?

As Joint Tenants, each co-owner holds an equal interest in the property i.e. you both own it equally. Most married couples tend to hold their property as joint tenants. However, this is not compulsory and married couples can opt to hold property as Tenants in Common if they wish.

What is beneficial joint tenants?

Beneficial Joint Tenants Explained. Owning your property as beneficial joint tenants means the property belongs to you and the other owner or owners jointly. In the event of the death of one of the joint tenants, legally your interest in the property automatically passes to the surviving owner or owners.