Lodgers, Visitors and Subletting
Subletting: Subletting your home, which includes renting it out to someone else (such as holiday lets or platforms like Airbnb) is strictly prohibited. If you sublet your home, you will be in breach of your tenancy agreement, and we will take action to reclaim possession of your property.
Lodgers: If you have been a tenant for 12 months or longer, you may be allowed to take in relatives, boarders, or lodgers, subject to certain conditions. However, you must obtain our written permission before doing so.
To proceed, please contact the Housing Office to complete the necessary documentation for adding extra residents to your home. Failing to inform us of any changes in occupants may jeopardise your tenancy.
We will provide written reasons if we refuse your request for a lodger, based on reasonable grounds.
Definition of a Lodger: A lodger is someone who:
- Lives with you and shares your facilities
- Who does not have exclusive access to any room.
- May receive services from you, such as cooking or cleaning.
Lodger Charges: If permission is granted, a lodger charge will be added to your rent for each additional person staying in your home. This charge may increase annually in April, and you will be notified of any changes.
A Lodger is defined as:
- Any person (other than spouse/partner or dependent children) who takes up residence at your address, beyond reasonable temporary visits.
- Adult children who have left the household but wish to return.
Exclusions: The lodger definition does not include adult children who are away from home solely due to the Armed Forces of the Crown or full-time education (e.g. College or University).
Important Notes:
- Lodgers have no tenancy rights. They must vacate the property if your tenancy ends.
- You must not offer a lodger a place in your home if it would result in statutory overcrowding; permission will be denied in such cases.
- Taking in a lodger without permission is a breach of your tenancy agreement and may lead ot a Notice to Quit being served.
Guests and Visitors:
You are allowed to have guests or visitors on a short-term basis (up to 4 weeks), but this requires the Authority’s written consent in advance.
Homestays:
Registered T.T. Homestay may be permitted with prior written consent from the Authority and you must be registered with Homestay Isle of Man.
Final Reminder:
You cannot vacate the property and sublet it under any circumstances, as this is a breach of your tenancy agreement.
For any questions or to request permission for a lodger, please contact the Housing Office.