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To refuse viewings once I’ve given notice

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WryJadeWren · 22/05/2026 11:43

Once I’ve given notice, I’ve always felt that my time and space should be mine.

In the final weeks I’m usually packing, organising a move, working and trying to keep life ticking over. Having people come in and out for viewings feels disruptive and stressful, especially when it’s framed as an expectation rather than a request.

My view has always been that landlords or agents are free to show the property once it’s empty, on their own time but that I’m not obliged to facilitate viewings while I’m still living there.

AIBU?

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WryJadeWren · 22/05/2026 11:50

Hadalifeonce · 22/05/2026 11:45

Is there anything in your rental agreement that states you should allow reasonable requests for viewing? If not, then you have every right to refuse viewings

That’s pretty much my view too tbh. If there’s a contractual clause about reasonable access then obviously that changes the practical position somewhat, but even then I still think there’s a balance between “reasonable” and effectively expecting tenants to live around constant disruption while packing up their lives.

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Coeliacsmum · 22/05/2026 11:47

YANBU but sometimes allowing early viewings can be a lever you can use re your actual move out date etc. Have you already got a definite date for your new place? It also depends on whether your landlord has treated you fairly. Why be awkward just for the sake of it?

Hadalifeonce · 22/05/2026 11:45

Is there anything in your rental agreement that states you should allow reasonable requests for viewing? If not, then you have every right to refuse viewings

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