If contact is successful and the contract holder denies that they have abandoned the property…
What do I do if abandonment is reported?
An Abandonment TMI must be created and an Abandonment Investigation form must be completed to…
Trespassers – Forms & Letters
Attached are forms and letters required when investigating a report of trespassers (unauthorised occupants and…
Trespassers (squatters) – What happens if the squatters fail to leave by deadline?
If the squatters do not leave by the deadline set, the Police must be notified…
Trespassers (squatters) – What does a CHO do if they are advised that a property is being unlawfully occupied?
Any reports received of squatters must be investigated immediately and a visit to the premises…
Trespassers (unauthorised occupants) – What if the occupier does not meet the above criteria and has permission from the contract holder to remain?
Where a contract holder has granted permission for occupants to stay in their home, when…
Trespassers (unauthorised occupants) – What happens if the occupier is a cohabitant?
If the unauthorised occupier is a cohabitant but not a joint contract holder they can…
Trespassers (unauthorised occupants) – What happens if the occupier is a spouse?
If the unauthorised occupier is a spouse of the contract holder who has left and…
What action can we legally take against a contract holder subletting?
If it is clear a property is being sub-let, the actual contract holder should be…
How does a CHO investigate subletting?
A Subletting Investigation form should be completed in order to help assess any concerns of…