{"id":257,"date":"2026-09-08T21:58:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T21:58:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/?p=257"},"modified":"2026-09-24T12:29:55","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T12:29:55","slug":"short-term-tenancy-agreement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/short-term-tenancy-agreement\/","title":{"rendered":"Short Term Tenancy Agreement: A UK Guide (Under 6 Months)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-featured.webp\" alt=\"A tenant holding a set of keys next to a suitcase and moving boxes in a bright rented room, representing a short term tenancy agreement\" class=\"wp-image-258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-featured.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-featured-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-featured-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>\n.wp-block-paragraph, h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, h6, .h1, .h2, .h3, .h4, .h5, .h6, .wp-block-table, .wp-block-list{color:#000;}<br \/>\n<\/style>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short term tenancy agreement is a written contract for a residential let that lasts less than six months \u2013 covering everything from corporate relocations and student summer stays to holiday lets and bridging periods between homes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding whether your arrangement is a genuine short let or a standard assured tenancy matters enormously, because it determines deposit rules, eviction protections and how much notice either side must give.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\" style=\"padding-left:0;list-style:none;\">\n<li><a href=\"#introduction-what-counts-as-a-short-term-tenancy-agreement-in-the-uk\">Introduction \u2013 what counts as a short term tenancy agreement in the UK<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#short-lets-vs-assured-tenancies-how-the-law-draws-the-line\">Short lets vs assured tenancies \u2013 how the law draws the line<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#types-of-short-term-arrangements-holiday-let-licence-ast-and-more\">Types of short term arrangements \u2013 holiday let, licence, AST and more<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#holiday-let-agreements-and-the-90night-rule\">Holiday let agreements and the 90-night rule<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#the-90night-rule-in-greater-london\">The 90-night rule in Greater London<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what-to-include-in-a-holiday-let-contract\">What to include in a holiday let contract<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#short-fixed-term-asts-and-the-move-to-assured-periodic-tenancies\">Short fixed term ASTs and the move to assured periodic tenancies<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#what-happens-to-fixed-terms-after-1-may-2026\">What happens to fixed terms after 1 May 2026<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#notice-and-next-steps-for-short-assured-tenancies\">Notice and next steps for short assured tenancies<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#licences-lodgers-and-livein-landlords\">Licences, lodgers and live-in landlords<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#common-law-and-highrent-short-term-tenancies\">Common law and high-rent short term tenancies<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#short-term-vs-long-term-comparison-table\">Short term vs long term \u2013 comparison table<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#illustrative-comparison-table-for-the-section\">Illustrative comparison table for the section<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#deposits-rent-in-advance-and-fees-in-short-term-agreements\">Deposits, rent in advance and fees in short term agreements<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#deposit-protection-rules-for-short-lets\">Deposit protection rules for short lets<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#rent-in-advance-and-fees\">Rent in advance and fees<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#notice-periods-ending-the-stay-and-early-termination\">Notice periods, ending the stay and early termination<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#standard-notice-by-type-of-arrangement\">Standard notice by type of arrangement<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#early-termination-and-unlawful-eviction-risks\">Early termination and unlawful eviction risks<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#legal-obligations-and-local-authority-enforcement-in-short-lets\">Legal obligations and local authority enforcement in short lets<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#health-and-safety-duties\">Health and safety duties<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#local-authority-enforcement-and-penalties\">Local authority enforcement and penalties<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#typical-use-cases-for-a-short-term-tenancy-agreement\">Typical use cases for a short term tenancy agreement<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#key-takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#is-a-3month-rental-always-a-short-term-tenancy-and-not-an-assured-tenancy\">Is a 3-month rental always a short term tenancy and not an assured tenancy?<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#do-i-need-to-protect-a-deposit-for-a-5month-short-term-let\">Do I need to protect a deposit for a 5-month short term let?<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#can-a-landlord-end-a-short-term-holiday-let-early-if-guests-misbehave\">Can a landlord end a short term holiday let early if guests misbehave?<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what-happens-if-my-landlord-calls-my-short-stay-a-licence-but-i-have-my-own-flat\">What happens if my landlord calls my short stay a &#8216;licence&#8217; but I have my own flat?<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#can-i-convert-a-short-holiday-let-guest-into-a-longterm-tenant-using-a-new-agreement\">Can I convert a short holiday let guest into a long-term tenant using a new agreement?<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"introduction-what-counts-as-a-short-term-tenancy-agreement-in-the-uk\">Introduction \u2013 what counts as a short term tenancy agreement in the UK<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short term tenancy agreement typically covers a residential property let for under six months. Think of a three-month corporate relocation, a 12-week summer tenancy for a student, or a four-month stay while waiting to complete a house purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These arrangements are often used for holidays or corporate travel, and they sit in a grey area where housing law protections may \u2013 or may not \u2013 apply in full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The label on the document matters less than the legal reality behind it. A four-month let described as a &#8220;short-term licence&#8221; might still be an assured shorthold tenancy agreement \u2013 or, since 1 May 2026, an assured periodic tenancy \u2013 if it meets the criteria under the Housing Act 1988. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Courts look at substance over form, so getting the classification right from day one is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide focuses on England following the Renters&#8217; Rights Act 2025, which came fully into force on 1 May 2026. Scotland and Wales have their own frameworks \u2013 Scotland&#8217;s private residential tenancy and the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 \u2013 so readers in those nations should check local rules. Key points to keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For standard longer lets, readers should see the main UK tenancy agreement template and AST agreement articles, which cover the default tenancy type in detail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This page zooms in on genuinely short and temporary arrangements \u2013 when they qualify for full assured tenancy protection, and when they do not.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The start and end dates of a tenancy agreement must be clearly specified in the written agreement, regardless of length.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Written agreements must include tenant and landlord names plus the property address.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding where your arrangement sits on the legal spectrum saves both you and your tenant from costly disputes later.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"short-lets-vs-assured-tenancies-how-the-law-draws-the-line\">Short lets vs assured tenancies \u2013 how the law draws the line<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislation.gov.uk\/ukpga\/1988\/50\/pdfs\/ukpga_19880050_en.pdf\">Housing Act 1988<\/a> created the assured tenancy framework, including the assured shorthold tenancy. From 1 May 2026, assured periodic tenancies replaced shorthold tenancies as the default in the private rented sector. But even before that change, the length of a tenancy agreement alone never decided whether it was assured or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short-term agreement under six months can still be an assured tenancy if three conditions are met: the occupier treats the rented property as their only or main home, the annual rent is below \u00a3100,000, and the private landlord does not live in the same accommodation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If those boxes are ticked, statutory rights apply \u2013 and they cannot usually be overridden by the terms of a tenancy agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common short lets that are usually assured tenancies include a five-month relocation let in a self-contained flat and a three-month let to a student using the place as their term-time home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arrangements that are usually not assured tenancies include genuine holiday lets where the guest does not treat the property as a main home, licences where the landlord lives in the same property, and high-rent lets above \u00a3100,000 per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a fuller explanation of the assured shorthold tenancy and assured periodic tenancy structures, see the separate <a href=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/ast-agreement\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/ast-agreement\/\">AST agreement guide<\/a>, which covers both in detail \u2013 this article stays focused on the short-let distinction.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"types-of-short-term-arrangements-holiday-let-licence-ast-and-more\">Types of short term arrangements \u2013 holiday let, licence, AST and more<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-types-comparison.webp\" alt=\"Flat minimalist icons representing the four types of short term arrangements: a holiday home, a handshake for a licence, a house for an AST, and a briefcase for a common law let\" class=\"wp-image-259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-types-comparison.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-types-comparison-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-types-comparison-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The phrase &#8220;short term tenancy agreement&#8221; covers several different legal structures, each carrying its own protections, obligations and risks. Legal frameworks and tenant rights differ significantly between these arrangement types, so using a generic template without checking the type of use can cause real problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the main categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holiday let agreements \u2013 for stays of a few days to eight or ten weeks. The guest does not treat the residential property as their main home. These are typically common law contracts, not assured tenancies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short fixed-term assured shorthold tenancies \u2013 before 1 May 2026, landlords commonly used three- or six-month ASTs. After that date, new contracts meeting assured tenancy conditions become assured periodic tenancies instead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common law tenancies \u2013 lets outside Housing Act rules, including those with rent payable above \u00a3100,000 per year, company lets, and some resident-landlord situations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Licence agreements \u2013 used for lodgers sharing the same accommodation as the landlord or some serviced accommodation arrangements. The occupier typically has weaker rights than a tenant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mis-labelling a tenancy as a &#8220;licence&#8221; will not remove assured tenancy rights if, on the facts, the occupier has exclusive possession of a self-contained flat and treats it as home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The correct classification affects everything from tenancy deposit protection to eviction notice and council tax liability, so landlords should never rely on a generic document without verifying how the property is actually being used.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"holiday-let-agreements-and-the-90night-rule\">Holiday let agreements and the 90-night rule<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-holiday-let.webp\" alt=\"A host handing over keys to two guests with suitcases at the front door of a coastal holiday cottage, illustrating a short term tenancy agreement for a holiday let\" class=\"wp-image-260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-holiday-let.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-holiday-let-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-holiday-let-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A holiday let is for occupation for a holiday or short visit only \u2013 guests do not treat the property as their only or main home. Stays might range from a weekend break to eight or ten weeks in a coastal cottage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the occupier is not using the property as a home, a genuine holiday letting agreement is normally a common law contract, not an assured tenancy. That means rules on assured shorthold tenancy deposits, Section 8 grounds and assured periodic tenancies do not apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short-term agreements often include utilities such as electricity and water as part of the rental cost, along with services like cleaning and linen \u2013 reinforcing the &#8220;hotel-like&#8221; nature of the arrangement rather than a standard residential let.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-90night-rule-in-greater-london\">The 90-night rule in Greater London<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Within London, a whole-dwelling short-term let cannot exceed 90 nights in any calendar year without planning permission. Local authorities can take planning enforcement action against landlords who breach this limit, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.london.gov.uk\/programmes-strategies\/housing-and-land\/buying-and-owning-home\/guidance-short-term-and-holiday-lets-london\">fines of up to \u00a320,000<\/a> \u2013 and potentially unlimited fines if the landlord ignores a formal enforcement notice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside London, different local council rules may apply, so always check with your local authority before listing a property.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-include-in-a-holiday-let-contract\">What to include in a holiday let contract<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A well-drafted holiday let contract should contain the key terms guests and owners need: exact arrival and departure dates, total price and payment schedule, services included (cleaning, linen, Wi-Fi), cancellation and refund policy, occupancy limits, and house rules covering noise, pets and cleaning obligations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenancy agreements must state the rent amount and payment dates, and holiday let contracts should do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mortgage, leasehold and insurance terms may restrict holiday letting, so landlords must check those before entering a new agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"short-fixed-term-asts-and-the-move-to-assured-periodic-tenancies\">Short fixed term ASTs and the move to assured periodic tenancies<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-fixed-to-periodic.webp\" alt=\"Flat minimalist illustration of a calendar transforming into a rolling circular arrow, representing the shift from a fixed-term short term tenancy agreement to a periodic tenancy\" class=\"wp-image-267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-fixed-to-periodic.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-fixed-to-periodic-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-fixed-to-periodic-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before 1 May 2026, many landlords used three- or six-month assured shorthold tenancy agreements as convenient short-term lets. A fixed-term tenancy of four or five months gave both you and your tenant a clear end date, and Section 21 offered a straightforward &#8220;no fault&#8221; eviction route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That landscape changed significantly. Under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/renters-rights-act-overview-for-tenants\">Renters&#8217; Rights Act 2025<\/a>, assured periodic tenancies replace assured shorthold tenancies from 1 May 2026. Fixed-term ASTs are no longer allowed after that date. All new private-sector tenancies meeting assured tenancy criteria are now rolling periodic tenancies with no fixed end date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords must provide a written statement of tenancy terms before signing, and tenants must receive a written statement of key terms by 31 May 2026. Landlords must also provide an information sheet by that same deadline, informing tenants of their rights in writing.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-happens-to-fixed-terms-after-1-may-2026\">What happens to fixed terms after 1 May 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A written contract describing a &#8220;fixed-term tenancy&#8221; of four or five months may now be overridden by statute. If it meets assured tenancy criteria, the law treats it as a periodic tenancy agreement, and any fixed end date may be invalid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Existing ASTs automatically convert to assured periodic tenancies on 1 May 2026, without any action needed from the tenant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An existing tenancy signed before May 2026 may still be a legacy assured shorthold tenancy in name, but most have converted into periodic tenancies with rolling periods not exceeding one month. The tenancy period and the rent period must now be the same and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/assured-periodic-tenancies-tenants\">cannot exceed one month<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"notice-and-next-steps-for-short-assured-tenancies\">Notice and next steps for short assured tenancies<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under an assured periodic tenancy, tenants can give two months&#8217; notice to end the tenancy at any time in writing. Landlords must rely on legal grounds for possession rather than the former Section 21 process, seeking possession through the courts using Section 8 grounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rent increases require at least two months&#8217; notice using Section 13 in the prescribed form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Readers who simply want a standard fully-protected tenancy of a few months should use the main AST or assured periodic template rather than a bespoke &#8220;short let&#8221; contract. That approach ensures the tenancy agreement covers every statutory requirement from the tenancy start date onwards.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"licences-lodgers-and-livein-landlords\">Licences, lodgers and live-in landlords<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-lodger-live-in-landlord-1.webp\" alt=\"A live-in landlord and a lodger chatting casually over tea in a shared kitchen, representing a licence arrangement rather than a short term tenancy agreement\" class=\"wp-image-268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-lodger-live-in-landlord-1.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-lodger-live-in-landlord-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-lodger-live-in-landlord-1-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many very short-term arrangements \u2013 for example, a 12-week stay in a spare room while the owner also lives there \u2013 are licences rather than assured tenancies. Where the landlord lives in the property and shares the kitchen or living space, the occupier usually has a licence to occupy rather than exclusive possession. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These arrangements fall outside assured shorthold and assured periodic tenancy protections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a classic live-in landlord scenario, a lodger rents their own room but shares facilities. The occupier can often be asked to leave on four weeks&#8217; notice \u2013 sometimes even a shorter notice period \u2013 without the landlord needing a court order. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short-term tenancy agreements usually allow for high flexibility in ending the contract in these situations, and the tenancy continues only as long as both sides agree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, calling something a &#8220;licence&#8221; does not make it one. If the occupier has exclusive possession of a self-contained flat under a four-month contract and treats it as their home, a court may treat it as an assured tenancy regardless of wording \u2013 even if both you and the landlord agreed to call it a licence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Readers needing a detailed spare-room arrangement should see the separate <a href=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/room-tenancy-agreement\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/room-tenancy-agreement\/\">room tenancy agreement<\/a> content rather than relying on a generic short-let document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local authority rules on HMOs and council tax may differ where the landlord also lives at the property. Short licences can have distinct regulatory treatment from full tenancies.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-law-and-highrent-short-term-tenancies\">Common law and high-rent short term tenancies<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-common-law-corporate-let.webp\" alt=\"A businessperson wheeling a suitcase into an upscale city-centre penthouse building, representing a high-rent common law short term tenancy agreement\" class=\"wp-image-262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-common-law-corporate-let.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-common-law-corporate-let-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-common-law-corporate-let-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some short lets fall entirely outside the assured tenancy regime and operate as common law tenancies. The most common example is a high-rent let: if the annual rent exceeds \u00a3100,000, the arrangement is excluded from assured tenancy rules regardless of duration or use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These arrangements are still legally binding contracts, but statutory rules on assured periodic tenancies, Section 8 grounds, and rent caps may not apply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A concrete example: a four-month corporate let of a central London penthouse at \u00a310,000 per month \u2013 \u00a3120,000 per year \u2013 would typically be a common law tenancy. A business tenancy or company let can also fall into this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In such cases, the written tenancy agreement itself becomes the main source of rights on notice, repairs, and termination, so careful drafting and legal advice are especially important. The landlord&#8217;s obligations around notice, for instance, depend entirely on what the same agreement says rather than on statute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local authority enforcement and consumer law \u2013 for example, on unfair contract terms \u2013 can still apply even where the let is not an assured tenancy. The landlord&#8217;s address should still appear in the contract, and both parties should keep written records.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"short-term-vs-long-term-comparison-table\">Short term vs long term \u2013 comparison table<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-vs-long-term.webp\" alt=\"Flat minimalist illustration comparing a simple calendar and a cluttered calendar connected to a house icon, representing a short term tenancy agreement versus a long term tenancy\" class=\"wp-image-263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-vs-long-term.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-vs-long-term-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-vs-long-term-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords often choose between short-term tenancy agreements under six months and longer arrangements. Each carries a very different risk and reward profile. A long-term lease typically lasts for six months or longer and provides greater stability for tenants and landlords, while short lets trade stability for flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"illustrative-comparison-table-for-the-section\">Illustrative comparison table for the section<\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Short-term letting (under 6 months)<\/th><th>Standard assured periodic tenancy<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Typical use case<\/td><td>Holiday let, corporate relocation, bridging period between homes.<\/td><td>Long-term residential home for private renters on a rolling basis.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal status<\/td><td>May be a holiday let, licence, common law tenancy or assured tenancy, depending on use.<\/td><td>New assured tenancy under the Housing Act 1988 as amended by the Renters&#8217; Rights Act.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Notice and eviction<\/td><td>The holiday lets end on the checkout date. Licences often require 28 days. Assured short lets follow standard APT rules.<\/td><td>Tenants give two months&#8217; notice. Landlords must use Section 8 grounds and follow the correct legal process.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deposit rules<\/td><td>Assured short lets require protection. Holiday lets and licences usually do not \u2013 contract terms govern.<\/td><td>Must be protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days. Capped at 5 or 6 weeks&#8217; rent.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Regulatory touchpoints<\/td><td>The London 90-night planning rule, local council licensing, and safety checks still apply.<\/td><td>Full regulatory framework \u2013 EPC, gas safety, electrical safety, right to rent, named tenant records.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long-term leases usually have less flexibility for early termination without penalties, whereas short lets are designed around a defined end point. A landlord might deliberately prefer a short-term agreement when bridging a planned sale or testing a rental market before committing to a longer assured tenancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenants in short-term agreements typically have fewer security of tenure rights than those in long-term agreements.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"deposits-rent-in-advance-and-fees-in-short-term-agreements\">Deposits, rent in advance and fees in short term agreements<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-deposit-rent-advance.webp\" alt=\"A tenant and a landlord shaking hands across a table with a laptop and a folder, agreeing on deposit and rent in advance terms for a short term tenancy agreement\" class=\"wp-image-264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-deposit-rent-advance.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-deposit-rent-advance-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-deposit-rent-advance-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether a tenancy deposit must be protected in a government-approved scheme depends entirely on whether the arrangement is an assured tenancy or a non-assured short let.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"deposit-protection-rules-for-short-lets\">Deposit protection rules for short lets<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For any short assured tenancy \u2013 such as a five-month assured shorthold tenancy agreement for a relocation \u2013 the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/tenancy-deposit-protection\">deposit must be protected<\/a> in a government-approved scheme within 30 days and the prescribed information must be served to the tenant, even though the term is under six months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deposit caps apply: up to five weeks&#8217; rent if rent is below \u00a350,000 per year, or six weeks&#8217; rent if rent is \u00a350,000 or above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For holiday lets and many licences, there is no requirement for a statutory deposit protection scheme. Deposits are governed purely by the contract and general consumer law, so clear written terms on deductions and refund timing are crucial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A purely verbal agreement about deposit deductions is risky \u2013 always use a written tenancy agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rent-in-advance-and-fees\">Rent in advance and fees<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For assured tenancies, landlords cannot charge more than one month&#8217;s rent in advance under the Renters&#8217; Rights Act 2025, and it only becomes payable once the tenancy agreement is signed by all parties. By contrast, holiday lets commonly require full payment before arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Tenant Fees Act bans most extra charges in assured tenancies, meaning landlords cannot impose admin fees, viewing fees, or other hidden costs. Some short-term arrangements marketed like hotel stays may fall outside this regime, but they must still avoid unfair or hidden charges under consumer law.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"notice-periods-ending-the-stay-and-early-termination\">Notice periods, ending the stay and early termination<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-ending-notice.webp\" alt=\"A tenant packing and taping a moving box in a bedroom, illustrating the end of a short term tenancy agreement\" class=\"wp-image-265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-ending-notice.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-ending-notice-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-ending-notice-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How easily a short-term occupier can be asked to leave depends heavily on whether they hold an assured tenancy, a licence, or a holiday letting agreement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenants must give at least two months&#8217; notice to end the tenancy if it is an assured periodic tenancy \u2013 and they can serve that notice at any time. The question of how much notice is needed runs through every short-let decision.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"standard-notice-by-type-of-arrangement\">Standard notice by type of arrangement<\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Short assured periodic tenancies \u2013 tenants give two months&#8217; notice in writing. Landlords must use Section 8 grounds to regain possession and cannot simply end the tenancy at will.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Holiday lets \u2013 the tenancy ends automatically on the agreed checkout date. Early termination depends on breach or contract clauses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lodger licences \u2013 often four weeks&#8217; notice or a shorter notice period, usually without court proceedings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Joint tenants must check whether a notice by one named tenant affects other tenants under a joint tenancy. If there is more than one tenant on the agreement, each party&#8217;s position should be addressed in the contract.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"early-termination-and-unlawful-eviction-risks\">Early termination and unlawful eviction risks<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early termination \u2013 for example, a worker whose four-month secondment ends after eight weeks \u2013 usually requires either a break clause in the contract or a mutual surrender of tenancy. See the dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/surrender-of-tenancy\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/surrender-of-tenancy\/\">surrender of tenancy article<\/a> for detailed mechanics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ending an existing tenancy without valid notice or surrender can leave tenants liable for rent for the entire term or until a replacement is found. Rent arrears may accumulate quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords who resort to unlawful eviction \u2013 changing locks or removing belongings without a court order where one is needed \u2013 can face criminal sanctions and local authority enforcement, even in short lets.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"legal-obligations-and-local-authority-enforcement-in-short-lets\">Legal obligations and local authority enforcement in short lets<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-safety-compliance.webp\" alt=\"A safety inspector checking a smoke alarm in the hallway of a rented flat, representing the legal obligations attached to a short term tenancy agreement\" class=\"wp-image-266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-safety-compliance.webp 840w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-safety-compliance-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/short-term-tenancy-agreement-safety-compliance-767x431.webp 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even very short lets carry non-negotiable legal obligations around safety checks, whether the let is assured or not. Landlords must provide written information before the tenancy starts, and they must keep properties fit for human habitation throughout the stay.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"health-and-safety-duties\">Health and safety duties<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key duties include a valid gas safety certificate (renewed annually), electrical safety inspections under the Electrical Safety Standards regulations, working smoke alarms on every floor, and an energy performance certificate for the property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the Renters&#8217; Rights Act, tenants have the right to request permission to keep pets in writing, and landlords cannot unreasonably refuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords must provide a written statement before the tenancy starts, covering the landlord&#8217;s address, rent amount, payment dates, and key terms. These duties apply even where the tenancy period is only a few weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"local-authority-enforcement-and-penalties\">Local authority enforcement and penalties<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local authorities can investigate illegal short-term letting \u2013 such as exceeding the 90-night rule in London, running an unlicensed HMO, or ignoring planning conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Civil penalties of up to \u00a340,000 per offence can be imposed under the Renters&#8217; Rights Act 2025, raised from the previous \u00a330,000 cap. These penalties can stack if a landlord breaches multiple requirements at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfair terms \u2013 for example, non-refundable &#8220;deposits&#8221; in all circumstances \u2013 can be challenged under consumer law even for non-assured holiday lets, and local councils or Trading Standards may intervene. Licensed premises used for short-term letting may face additional restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a fuller overview of landlord responsibilities across all tenancy lengths, see the separate landlord tenancy agreement and UK tenancy agreement template articles.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"typical-use-cases-for-a-short-term-tenancy-agreement\">Typical use cases for a short term tenancy agreement<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short term tenancy agreements are most useful where both sides know the arrangement is temporary \u2013 a fixed work project, a bridging period, or a defined holiday season. Here are the most common scenarios:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A 12-week summer let for students whose long-term tenancy ends in June \u2013 likely an assured periodic tenancy if the student treats it as their main home, or possibly a holiday let if it is leisure accommodation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A three-month corporate let while an employee relocates \u2013 usually an assured tenancy, since the tenant uses the place as their main home, though a company let above \u00a3100,000 per year could be a common law arrangement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A four-month stay between selling one home and completing another \u2013 short but usually assured, with full deposit protection and notice rules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A two-month holiday let of a coastal cottage booked through a platform \u2013 normally a holiday let governed by the contract&#8217;s own terms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In each case, the contract type must align with what actually happens on the ground. If a tenant starts using a &#8220;holiday let&#8221; as a main home, Housing Act protections may unexpectedly kick in, even if the landlord and tenant originally agreed to something different. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where there is any doubt, parties should err on the side of a robust written tenancy agreement that complies with assured tenancy rules rather than an informal or mislabelled &#8220;licence&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A short term tenancy agreement is an umbrella term \u2013 the real question is whether the arrangement is a holiday let, licence, common law tenancy, or an assured tenancy such as an assured shorthold tenancy or assured periodic tenancy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the occupier uses the property as their only or main home, even for three to five months, they are very likely to have assured tenancy rights, including deposit protection and formal eviction procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Genuinely short holiday lets and many live-in landlord situations sit outside the Housing Act regime, with different notice rules and usually weaker security of tenure for occupants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning, licensing and local authority enforcement \u2013 such as London&#8217;s 90-night rule and HMO licensing \u2013 can still apply to short lets, with substantial potential fines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Match your agreement to the real-world use, and use the main UK tenancy agreement template or AST agreement resources where the arrangement looks like a standard residential let, even if it is short.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need a compliant agreement for a short but standard let \u2013 say four to six months as a main home? Create and preview one with <a href=\"https:\/\/documentify.co.uk\/generate-tenancy-agreement\">Documentify&#8217;s tenancy agreement tool<\/a>, free to create and preview, with a small fee only when you download the final copy.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-a-3month-rental-always-a-short-term-tenancy-and-not-an-assured-tenancy\">Is a 3-month rental always a short term tenancy and not an assured tenancy?<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The length alone does not decide the type. If a tenant uses a property as their only or main home for three months, pays rent below \u00a3100,000 per year and the landlord does not live there, it will normally be an assured tenancy \u2013 previously an assured shorthold tenancy, now typically an assured periodic tenancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only genuine holiday lets, licences and certain high-rent or resident-landlord cases sit outside the assured tenancy regime, regardless of the short duration. Legal status depends on how the property is used, not just how long the agreement runs.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-i-need-to-protect-a-deposit-for-a-5month-short-term-let\">Do I need to protect a deposit for a 5-month short term let?<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the five-month let is an assured tenancy \u2013 for example, a five-month assured shorthold tenancy agreement for a relocation \u2013 the deposit must be protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days, even though the term is under six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For holiday lets or pure licences, there is no statutory deposit protection scheme requirement. Clear written terms are still important, and unfair clauses on deductions may be challenged under consumer law.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-a-landlord-end-a-short-term-holiday-let-early-if-guests-misbehave\">Can a landlord end a short term holiday let early if guests misbehave?<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Holiday letting agreements are mainly governed by their written terms, so a well-drafted contract should include clauses allowing the owner to terminate early for serious breach \u2013 for example persistent noise, damage or overcrowding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because holiday lets are not assured tenancies, owners usually do not need a court order to end the stay. However, they must act reasonably and in line with consumer law and any local licence conditions. This differs from assured tenancies, where formal possession procedures would usually be required.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-happens-if-my-landlord-calls-my-short-stay-a-licence-but-i-have-my-own-flat\">What happens if my landlord calls my short stay a &#8216;licence&#8217; but I have my own flat?<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Courts look at the reality. If you have exclusive possession of a self-contained flat, pay rent and treat it as your home, you may have an assured tenancy even if the agreement is labelled a &#8220;licence&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This would usually bring you under the assured periodic tenancy regime, with stronger eviction protection and deposit rules. If you are unsure, seek advice from a housing charity or solicitor \u2013 &#8220;sham&#8221; licences do not automatically remove tenancy rights.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-i-convert-a-short-holiday-let-guest-into-a-longterm-tenant-using-a-new-agreement\">Can I convert a short holiday let guest into a long-term tenant using a new agreement?<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Parties can sign a new tenancy agreement \u2013 for example, an assured periodic tenancy \u2013 if both want to switch from holiday use to a longer residential let. However, the legal status may already have changed if the guest started using the property as their main home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When making this shift, landlords should use a full tenancy template rather than a holiday-let contract, protect any deposit correctly, and understand that standard eviction and rent rules will now apply. 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