The introductory tenancy scheme was introduced as part of our commitment to fighting anti-social behaviour. For the first twelve months of your tenancy, you will be an introductory tenant. This is a trial period, which allows us to see if you are willing to keep the terms and conditions of your tenancy agreement. During the trial period, you must show us that you understand your responsibilities to the Council and your neighbours, by:

• paying your rent on time
• ensuring that you, or anyone living with you and your visitors do not cause a nuisance to your neighbours or the local community
• looking after your home and garden
• keeping the other conditions of the tenancy agreement

Introductory tenants do not have the right to:

• buy their home
• take in lodgers
• sub-let
• make improvements
• exchange their home

If you are an introductory tenant, we may be able to give you permission to do these things in certain circumstances. Contact us using the details below. 

If an introductory tenant breaks the tenancy conditions, we will offer as much advice and support as we can to help them get back on track. However, if they refuse to accept our help or continue to break the rules, we can either extend the trial period for a further six months or evict them.

During the first year, a housing officer will visit to ensure that all is well. At the end of the first year (or the extended period) as long as the tenants have complied with the terms and conditions of their tenancy agreement, they become secure tenants.

Contact Details

Housing Services
South Derbyshire District Council
Civic Offices
Civic Way
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE11 0AH

Tel: Contact the appropriate Housing Officer
Fax: 01283 595852
Minicom: 01283 595849
Online: online enquiry form
E-mail: housing@south-derbys.gov.uk

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