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Updated 2026-04

Housing Notice Validity Checker

Check whether a Section 21 or Section 8 notice served on you in England is legally valid, based on the current requirements under the Housing Act 1988 and associated regulations.

Eligibility / route checker โ€” indicative result

This tool gives an indicative direction based on the information you provide. It is not a determination of your legal position. Many factors (evidence, jurisdiction, deadlines) can change the outcome. Always confirm with a regulated adviser before relying on this result.

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When to use this tool

Use immediately after receiving an eviction notice. Section 21 notices are subject to strict validity requirements โ€” if any are unmet the notice is invalid and proceedings based on it will fail. You must raise invalidity at the possession hearing; do not ignore a notice even if you think it is defective.

Housing Notice Validity Checker