Right to first refusal

Properties sold under the Right To Buy

As from 10th August 2005, any property sold under the Right to Buy Scheme - The leaseholder / freeholder is bounded by the covenant - The Right to First Refusal under Section 156A of the Housing Act 1985.

If the leaseholder / freeholder wishes to sell their property within ten years after the property is transferred to them, they must first offer the property for purchases back to the former landlord (Brent Council), its successor (if the property has been transferred to a another housing authority), or a person nominated by the former landlord.

The leaseholder / freeholder selling their property must serve a notice upon Brent Council. The council then has 8 weeks to inform the leaseholder / freeholder whether they accept or reject the offer of purchasing their property.

Contact details

If you require any further information, please contact the Right to Buy team on:

• Telephone number: 020 8937 2600
• Email: rtb@bhphousing.co.uk