Deed of Surrender of Lease
Deed of Surrender of Lease
Formal agreement to end a tenancy early by mutual consent
Mutual Agreement Required
A deed of surrender can only be used when both parties agree to end the tenancy early. It cannot be used to force a tenant to leave. Both parties must sign voluntarily and without duress.
THIS DEED OF SURRENDER
is made on [date] between:
Landlord: [Full name and address]
Tenant(s): [Full name(s) of all tenants]
Property: [Full address of the rental property]
Background
The Landlord and Tenant entered into an assured periodic tenancy agreement dated [original tenancy start date] in respect of the above property. Both parties now wish to bring the tenancy to an end by mutual agreement on the terms set out in this deed.
Terms of Surrender
- Surrender date: The tenancy shall end on [date], being the date on which the tenant vacates the property and returns all keys.
- Vacant possession: The tenant agrees to vacate the property and return it in the same condition as at the start of the tenancy (fair wear and tear excepted) by [time] on [date].
- Keys: All keys, fobs, and access devices must be returned to the landlord or agent at [address / time] on the surrender date.
- Rent: Rent is payable up to and including the surrender date. Any rent paid in advance beyond the surrender date will be refunded within [X] days.
- Deposit: The deposit of £[amount] will be returned within 10 days of the surrender date, less any agreed deductions for damage, cleaning, or unpaid rent.
- Outstanding liabilities: [State any agreed outstanding amounts — e.g., "The tenant agrees to pay £[X] in respect of [reason] before the surrender date" or "There are no outstanding liabilities between the parties."]
Release of Claims
Subject to the terms above being fulfilled, each party releases the other from all claims arising from the tenancy, save for any claims that have already arisen and are expressly preserved in this deed.
Execution as a Deed
This document is executed as a deed and is binding on both parties from the date of the last signature below.
Signed as a deed by the Landlord:
Signature: _________________________ Date: ___________
Full name: _________________________
In the presence of (witness): _________________________
Witness address: _________________________
Signed as a deed by the Tenant:
Signature: _________________________ Date: ___________
Full name: _________________________
In the presence of (witness): _________________________
Witness address: _________________________
Legal Note: A deed of surrender must be signed voluntarily by both parties. If a tenant is pressured into signing, the deed may be void. Both parties should retain a signed copy. Consider seeking legal advice before using this document.
Disclaimer
Guidance only. Landlord Handbook provides practical information to help landlords understand their responsibilities. It is not legal or financial advice. Always check the latest GOV.UK guidance and seek professional advice where appropriate.