December 12th 2024.
One tenant shared their nightmare experience with their live-in landlord on Reddit. They described how many of us have had bad experiences with landlords, but their landlord's rules were particularly extreme. The landlord not only enforced a curfew, but also limited the amount of time the tenant could shower.
The tenant shared their story on the Reddit thread @TenantsInTheUK, along with a photo of the tenancy agreement. The agreement stated that it was helpful for the lodger to be home by 11pm during the work week, as the landlord's dog would bark and wake up the other residents. The tenant, who worked in hospitality, found this curfew unrealistic and would often have to sneak back into their own room.
The most shocking part of the agreement was the restriction on shower time, which was limited to only one or two minutes. The landlord claimed this was to save water and money. The tenant, under the username @PotentialWoodpecker1, shared their frustration and anxiety with showering while the landlord was in the house. They felt like they were paying rent for a prison rather than a home.
Others were horrified by the landlord's rules and shared their own disturbing experiences in the comments. This sparked a discussion on the differences between tenants and lodgers. Tenants typically have more rights, as they have signed a formal tenancy agreement, while lodgers only have a license agreement. This means that tenants have more privacy and a standard notice period, while lodgers may have to deal with restrictions set by the live-in landlord.
As upsetting as the tenant's experience was, it turns out that the live-in landlord was within their rights to set these rules. This is because the property is the landlord's main residence. This was a shocking revelation to some, but others shared their own experiences with strict live-in landlords.
One commenter shared how they were not allowed to use the kitchen or communal spaces after 8:30pm, as the landlord wanted their own space. Another shared how their landlord tried to put a quota on how many times they could use the stairs.
However, a landlord also chimed in and explained that when you are a live-in landlord with lodgers, it is expected to have some rules in place. They shared that they have rules against parties or visitors without prior agreement, and also have a set bedtime and waking time due to energy usage.
In the end, the tenant decided to move out and find a new place to live. This story sparked a conversation about the rights of tenants and lodgers, and showed that it's important to carefully review any agreements before moving in with a live-in landlord. Do you have a similar experience? Share your story by emailing [email].
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