What is the legal guideline for renting out a room?

Answer by  Hewitt302 (1720)

Any type of renting requires a lease agreement. You can download the lease document, or have a court clerk draw one up. Security deposit requirements, smoking and non smoking rules, noise levels, drugs, whatever it is you want the tenant to be aware of, include in the lease. Rents not paid in a timely manner, penalties, eviction notices are included.

Answer by  patti (29325)

You must detail the agreement in a lease (contract). You can restrict things like smoking, noise and late-night visitors, but you cannot legally control the renter's personal affairs that don't affect you/other tenants/the property.

Answer by  withluck (1745)

Even when renting only a room, there should be a lease involved to protect both parties. Outlined should be the amount of rent, late fees, and duration of the commitment.

Answer by  Ronaldo91 (345)

This can be entirely dependent on your jurisdiction and whether any local, civic or HOA statutes define tenancy type, and your role as landlord or head tenant on a lease.

Answer by  Ann89 (613)

Most of the time you have to ensure the room is in a livable condition and has adequate ventilation. All the appliances should be in working order and anything which is malfunctioning must be repaired.

Answer by  Touchdown (317)

It is advisable to make sure you have a valid lease agreement in place if you are renting out a room.