Different from a Tenancy Agreement
A lodger lives in your home with you. They have fewer legal protections than tenants, and you can ask them to leave with reasonable notice. This agreement is NOT an AST.
Lodger Agreement
This agreement is ideal for homeowners taking in a lodger to share their property. Unlike tenants, lodgers have a licence to occupy rather than a tenancy, giving you more flexibility and control over your home.
Either party can end with reasonable notice
Deposit rules don't apply to lodgers
Legally sound and comprehensive
Set expectations from day one
Easy for both parties to understand
PDF & Word formats included
Agreement Clauses:
Lodger Agreement
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Tax Tip: Under the Rent a Room Scheme, you can earn up to £7,500/year tax-free from lodgers!
Lodger vs Tenant: Key Differences
Lodger (This Agreement)
- You live in the same property
- Easy to ask them to leave
- No deposit protection required
- Tax benefits (Rent a Room Scheme)
Tenant (AST Agreement)
- Property is separate from yours
- Need Section 21/8 to evict
- Must protect deposit in scheme
- Full Housing Act protections apply
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