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Right to Buy Application Letter

A completed council tenant Right to Buy enquiry and application letter covering eligibility, discount evidence and route.

Jurisdiction: England and Wales - completed fictional worked example

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# RIGHT TO BUY APPLICATION LETTER

Date: 12 November 2030

Parties: Amira Khan and West Mercia Council

## 1. Purpose and parties

I am Amira Khan, secure tenant of 14 Larch Walk, Hereford HR2 7LT, under the tenancy dated 1 June 2018. I write to request the Right to Buy application pack and confirmation of the correct route for this council property.

## 2. Facts, scope and terms

I have held a public-sector tenancy for more than five years, including two years with West Mercia Council and earlier qualifying service with a housing association. My spouse, Daniel Khan, has lived with me for the last 12 months and may be included if the statutory conditions are met.

## 3. Process and responsibilities

Please confirm whether the property is eligible, any exclusion or preserved-right issue, the qualifying tenancy record and the current maximum discount. I understand discount depends on qualifying tenancy, property type and statutory limits; this letter does not assert a guaranteed price or mortgage availability.

## 4. Evidence, records and safeguards

If eligible, I will complete the prescribed application and provide identity, tenancy and residence evidence. I request a written notice of the landlord's decision and, if accepted, the valuation and terms within the statutory process. I will obtain independent conveyancing and mortgage advice before committing.

## 5. Review, escalation and outcome

I understand a purchase has SDLT and conveyancing costs, future service charges and repair obligations, and that resale within the applicable period may trigger a discount repayment or pre-emption requirement. I also understand a leasehold purchase differs from freehold ownership.

## 6. Reservations and practical protections

Please provide an accessible contact and explain any appeal or review route if the application is refused or the valuation is disputed. Personal data may be checked against tenancy records and used for this application, with disclosures limited to lawful purposes.

## 7. England and Wales law and completion

England and Wales law applies. Please acknowledge this letter by post or email as separate permitted methods to Amira at the address above. Amira signs on 12 November 2030.

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