What are valid grounds for eviction?

How the answer differs across 2 jurisdictions

The Short Answer

A German landlord can only terminate a residential lease with ordinary notice if they have a legitimate interest—such as serious tenant breach, personal use (Eigenbedarf), or substantial economic harm—and must give written notice stating the specific ground.

Written form
Notice format (BGB § 568(1))
Must state reason
Grounds disclosure requirement (BGB § 573(3))
No rent raise
Prohibited purpose (BGB § 573(1))
The Short Answer

A landlord in Ireland can terminate a tenancy only for specific reasons set out in law — such as rent arrears, breach of tenancy obligations, or the landlord needing the property for personal/family use — and must follow strict notice periods and procedures.

28 days
Minimum notice for rent arrears
6 months
Tenancy duration for 'no fault' termination
3 months
Notice for landlord's own use
12 months
Fixed-term minimum for 'own use' claim

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Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: June 2026.