Homeowners often encounter challenges when trying to remove from registration those who refuse to consent to their deregistration.
The "City Council" website explained whether it is possible to deregister someone without going to court.
The number of registered residents in a property affects not only the owner's comfort but also their eligibility for subsidies and the amount of utility payments.
Previously, to remove "unwanted tenants" from registration, one had to go to court. However, since January 21, 2023, a new law in Ukraine has come into effect, simplifying the deregistration process. The law "On Providing Public Services for Declaration and Registration of Place of Residence in Ukraine" allows owners to carry out this procedure without court claims.
How to Deregister a Resident in 2024
Deregistration should not be confused with eviction: these are different processes. An owner can deregister a tenant or temporary resident if they have not lived in the property for over a year. If a person continues to live in the premises after deregistration, eviction requires going to court. Reasons for eviction may include: property damage; ongoing conflicts; violation of living rules.
To deregister an unwanted resident, the owner must contact the CNAP or local government bodies, bringing along their passport, identification code, and documents proving ownership of the property.
Currently, filing a lawsuit is not necessary: a resident can be deregistered without their consent if they are not a co-owner of the property. However, if there are other co-owners, their consent is required.
Who Cannot Be Deregistered
The law stipulates that one co-owner does not have the right to deregister another. Furthermore, applications for deregistration can only be submitted for adult citizens, and only individuals who have also reached 18 years of age can be deregistered.
The CNAP is required to inform about the deregistration so that the individual can obtain this decision in court. Government authorities may also reconsider their decision if it turns out that the provided documents are insufficient.