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About your tenancy: Outline
Durham County Council owns your home but Dale & Valley Homes are responsible for managing, repairing and improving it.
Unless you are transferring from a secure tenancy in another Dale & Valley Homes property or with another council you will probably start your tenancy as an introductory tenant.
Common Questions
- What happens if I break an agreement?
- What condition should the property be in when I leave?
- How do I end my tenancy?
- Can I be evicted?
- When should I hand in my keys?
- What if I leave my home before the notice period ends?
- What if I leave my home without giving notice in writing?
- Can I give notice on behalf of another tenant?
- I have received a Notice. What should I do?
- I have received a letter showing I owe rent. What should I do?
- Does it always have to be four weeks notice?

