You are the resident landlord who lives at the property
Important: A lodger agreement only applies when you live in the same property as the lodger. If you don't live there, you need a tenancy agreement instead.
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What are your contact details?
So the lodger can reach you if needed
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Do you own or rent the property?
This affects the legal basis of the agreement
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I Own the Property
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I Rent (with permission)
If you rent the property, make sure your lease allows you to take in a lodger and you have your landlord's permission.
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What is the lodger's full name?
The person who will be renting the room
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What are the lodger's contact details?
For communication and records
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What is the property address?
The full address including postcode
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Describe the room being let
The specific room the lodger will occupy
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Furnished
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Part Furnished
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Unfurnished
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When does the agreement start?
The date the lodger will move in
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What type of agreement?
Fixed term or rolling periodic
Fixed term: Runs for a set period (e.g., 6 months) Periodic: Rolls on weekly/monthly until either party gives notice
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Fixed Term
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Periodic (Rolling)
3️⃣
3 Months
6️⃣
6 Months
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12 Months
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Custom
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Weekly
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Monthly
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How much is the rent?
The amount payable for the room
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Per Week
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Per Month
💡 Under the Rent-a-Room Scheme, you can earn up to £7,500 per year tax-free from letting a furnished room in your home.
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How will rent be paid?
Choose the payment method
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Bank Transfer
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Standing Order
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Cash
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Will you take a deposit?
Security against damage or unpaid rent
Note: Lodger deposits do NOT need to be protected in a government scheme - unlike tenant deposits.
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Yes, Take Deposit
❌
No Deposit
Leave blank for "prior to commencement"
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What bills are included in the rent?
Select all that apply
⚡ Electricity
🔥 Gas
💧 Water
🏛️ Council Tax
📶 Internet/WiFi
📺 TV Licence
🧹 Cleaning
👕 Laundry
🚗 Parking Space
🌳 Garden Access
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Are any meals included?
Will you provide food for the lodger?
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No Meals
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Breakfast Only
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Dinner Only
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Breakfast & Dinner
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Are you using the Rent-a-Room Scheme?
Tax relief scheme for resident landlords
Rent-a-Room Scheme: This lets you earn up to £7,500 tax-free per year from letting furnished accommodation in your home. It's automatic - you don't need to apply.
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Yes, Using Rent-a-Room
❌
Not Applicable
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Any additional services included?
Other services or arrangements not covered above
This is optional. List any other services included in the rent or specific arrangements you've agreed with the lodger.
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What areas can the lodger use?
Select all shared areas
🍳 Kitchen
🚿 Bathroom
🛋️ Living Room
🍽️ Dining Room
🌳 Garden
🧺 Utility Room
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What keys will be provided?
Access arrangements for the lodger
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Front Door + Room Key
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Front Door Only
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Key Fob/ Electronic
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What's your smoking policy?
Rules about smoking at the property
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Not Permitted Anywhere
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Outside Only
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Permitted
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What's your pet policy?
Rules about the lodger having pets
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No Pets Allowed
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Small Pets Only
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With Prior Approval
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Pets Permitted
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What about overnight guests?
Rules for visitors staying overnight
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Not Permitted
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Occasional (with notice)
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Permitted (reasonable)
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Landlord Notice Period
How much notice must the landlord give to end the agreement?
As an excluded occupier, the lodger can be asked to leave with "reasonable notice" - typically matching the rent period. 28 days is standard.
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1 Week
2️⃣
2 Weeks
4️⃣
28 Days
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1 Month
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Lodger Notice Period
How much notice must the lodger give to end the agreement?
The lodger's notice period can be different from the landlord's. It's common to have symmetric notice periods (e.g., both 28 days).
1️⃣
1 Week
2️⃣
2 Weeks
4️⃣
28 Days
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1 Month
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Must lodger notice be in writing?
Or can verbal notice be accepted?
Written notice provides a clear record. Most landlords require written notice to avoid disputes.
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Written Required
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Verbal OK
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Include a break clause?
For fixed-term agreements only
A break clause allows either party to end a fixed-term agreement early. Not applicable for periodic agreements.
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No Break Clause
✅
Include Break Clause
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Notice before entering lodger's room
How much notice must landlord give?
The landlord should give reasonable notice before entering the lodger's room (except in emergencies).
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24 Hours
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48 Hours
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Reasonable Notice
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Additional lodger obligations?
Optional - leave blank if none
Add any specific obligations not covered in standard terms (e.g., garden maintenance, specific cleaning duties).
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Additional landlord obligations?
Optional - leave blank if none
Add any specific obligations beyond standard maintenance (e.g., weekly garden service, fortnightly cleaning).
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Any additional house rules?
Other arrangements or conditions
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Insurance & Liability
Contents insurance and damage responsibility
The landlord's insurance typically doesn't cover the lodger's personal belongings. Contents insurance protects the lodger's items.