Readers ask: Can A Tenant Move Someone Else In?

Tenants should always ask permission to move a partner in, even if there is no specific clause prohibiting it in the tenancy agreement. It’s important to ensure this happens as it can affect the performance of the tenancy. To ensure that everyone involved is properly protected, the change may also affect the rent.

What should I do if my tenant moves another person in?

What If A Tenant Has Moved In Their Boyfriend/Girlfriend Without Permission

1. Step 1: Review Your Lease.
2. Step 2: Add Them to the Lease.
3. Step 3: Send a Written Notice.
4. Step 4: Begin Eviction Proceedings.

Can someone move in with me without being on the lease?

The answer is yes. Anyone who is living in a rented apartment as a tenant must sign the lease. Otherwise, they aren’t legally considered as tenants. A person who lives in a rented space with a tenant without being on the lease is called an occupant.

Can you kick out someone on the lease?

You cannot evict a co-tenant. Only a landlord can evict someone who is named on a lease, and can only do so with just cause. If your roommate is not paying rent, doing something illegal in the unit, or damaging the apartment, your landlord may step in to evict them for you.

Is subleasing illegal?

Yes, subleases are legal. If your existing lease agreement does not specifically prohibit sublease, then it is generally permitted by law. However, many laws and lease agreements require that you obtain your property manager’s written approval and consent for you to sublease your property.

Do I have to tell my landlord if my partner moves in?

Even if your lease or rental agreement doesn’t have a specific requirement that the landlord must approve additional tenants, it’s normally wise to notify your landlord before moving in another person. Unless you are on fairly close personal terms with your landlord, it’s a good idea to do this in writing.

How long can someone stay with you before they are a resident?

Any guest staying in the property more than two weeks in any six-month period will be considered a tenant, rather than a guest, and must be added in the lease agreement.

Can you kick someone out of your house if they are not on the lease in Texas?

You can only evict your roommate if they aren’t on the lease or are your subtenant. Most of the laws relevant to leased apartments in Texas can be found in Title 8, Chapter 92 of the Texas Property Code. This law says that a lease can be oral or written, and can be made between a tenant and a subtenant.

Can my boyfriend kick me out if I’m on the lease?

Everyone who signs the lease is responsible for the entire rent amount, so if you can’t cover the whole amount by yourself, the landlord can evict both of you. If you tell your landlord or the building manager the facts, he may be willing to cut you some slack, but he doesn’t have to.

Can my boyfriend kick me out of his house?

This means you have a legal right to be in the residence and your partner cannot simply go get a no-trespass order to keep you off the property. Your boyfriend also cannot simply change the locks and kick you out of the house if you have stayed past your welcome.

What happens if someone on the lease moves out?

Generally, the remaining tenant will be liable for the rent that is due on the lease. For example, if the lease is for 12 months and the other tenant moves out three months in, the remaining tenant will be required to pay for the remaining nine months.

Is renting without a contract illegal?

Yes, you still have to pay rent if there is no lease. If there is no written lease, but there is an oral agreement, this is valid if your tenancy is one year or less. If there is no oral agreement or written lease, this means that you have a month-to-month tenancy at will, and you should pay rent on a monthly basis.

How do I report someone illegally subletting?

How to report. If you suspect that a council property is being sub-let you can report it, anonymously if you prefer, directly to the Unauthorised Occupation Team or using the Whistleblower Helpline. All information received will be treated confidentially.