Visitors
Having visitors stay in your property
Visitors can stay in your property, but you need to tell us:
- their names
- the date they arrived
- how long they’re going to visit.
Your rent doesn’t change if your visitors stay less than 4 weeks.
Visitors staying more than 4 weeks
If your visitors are staying longer than 4 weeks we usually consider them to be living in your home and their income is included in working out your rent.
See How your rent is calculated for more information.
Behaviour of your visitors
As a tenant, you’re responsible for the behaviour of your household members and visitors.
Visitors must not:
- abuse or harass neighbours
- disturb the peace, comfort and privacy of neighbours, or
- have loud parties or fight
We may issue you with a ‘Notice to remedy breach’ if you, your household members or visitors cause problems.
Regular visitors
If you have a visitor who regularly stays at your home for periods of less than 4 weeks, they may be considered a permanent member of your household and their income included in working out your rent.
More information
Please talk to Housing staff if you would like more information, including how we can help you to manage your tenancy.