Lodgers and subletting

You cannot sublet the whole of your property or you will be in breach of your tenancy agreement.

You can take in a lodger or sublet part of your home, but you must get our permission in writing first.

We will only refuse permission if there is a good reason, for example if it will make your home overcrowded. We will need:

• the name, age and sex of the person who will be moving in
• the room or rooms they will live in
• the condition and charges under which the accommodation is let

If you receive housing benefit, you should note that rent from a lodger or subtenant is income and will affect the amount you receive. You must tell the housing benefit office that you have a lodger or subtenant and the amount of rent they are paying you.

If your lodger or subtenant causes a nuisance, you, as the tenant, will be held responsible. If you move out, you must ensure that the lodger or subtenant leaves too.