You can terminate the tenancy when planning extensive renovations or redevelopment. But the notice period will depend on the type of tenancy you currently have.
If the tenancy is periodic, the landlord should give 90 days written notice to end the tenancy.
If your tenancy is a fixed-term tenancy, you can terminate the tenancy on its expiry date, by giving tenants a written notice within the effective period, which starts on the 90th day before the fixed-term expiry and ends on the 21st day before the fixed-term expiry. You don't need to provide a reason,
If your fixed-term tenancy started on or after 11 February 2021 and ends on or before 30 April 2025, you will need to give at least 90 days' notice to terminate the tenancy at the fixed-term expiry date. Another important factor to remember is that the renovation work should begin within 90 days after the termination date.
You also can discuss the issue with your tenants directly and agree to end the tenancy by mutual agreement.
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