Getting a Possession Order

What is a Possession Order?

A possession order is a court order that authorises you to take back possession of your property from your tenant. Without it, you cannot obtain a warrant of execution or eviction notice.

Pre-Conditions for a Possession Order

• The correct Section 8 or Section 21 notice has been served using the right form
• The notice contains the correct information, dates, and stated grounds
• The notice was delivered in a way you can prove
• The tenant's deposit is protected in an approved scheme
• All prescribed documents have been provided (EPC, Gas Safety, How to Rent guide)

Can Mistakes Be Fixed?

If any of the above has not been completed correctly, the judge cannot award possession — regardless of the extent of the arrears. This is the most common and costly mistake landlords make. Even small formatting errors on notice forms can invalidate the entire application.

Our Check & Send Service

Our specialist team reviews your notice, tenancy agreement, deposit protection compliance, and prescribed documents before you submit anything to the court — ensuring your application is watertight from the outset.