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ahh, how times have changed since our parents (grandparents to some of you) grew up. My parents grew up in the post depression era and in much smaller houses than are common today.
My mother was one of 8 kids who were born and grew up in a three room house. One real bedroom and the living room and kitchen. Bathroom was a few hundred feet out the back door.
My Dad was in a barn for a few years with his family after the house burned down. Smaller family and more space, but no bedrooms at all.
I understand the reasons behind cities legislating occupancy limits on rental housing and have no problem with it. I even agree with it in nearly all circumstances. I am just pointing out how times have changed.
In my city the guideline is 2 per bedroom... plus one... so 7 for a 3 bedroom would be the norm...
Yes, my family of seven is currently renting a three-bedroom apt. We are all on the lease, of course. We're comfy and organized-it's a clean home. We did have a hard time finding a place to rent-even with stellar credit, jobs and references, no pets-because we were always honest about our family size. One lady ran all the checks, offered us the place, then 'looked closer' at our app and realized our size-she freaked! We declined because we felt she had a negative attidude. She had it vacant for awhile after that, heh, her loss.
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I am so happy I found this site. My husband & I rented our 1 bdrm apt. out to a friend, trying to help. The scenario is, the apt. really isn't finished, bdrm does not have closet. Bathroom complete, kitchen small but functional. New carpeting & paint. We charged him $800. a month for him & his son who comes on every other weekend & Wed. All utilities are included. He now has a "girlfriend" with her 4 kids staying over more than his own son. I told him I was going to up the rent, honestly I don't know what is appropriate. We have septic & well, not city sewer. I'm concerned about all the extra people on our septic. We need the money (winter fuel heat is coming) But I really don't like this situation. Can you please advise me?
You should create a separate thread for your issue. But to answer the question it depends on several factors. You cannot raise rent during the term of a lease however you can raise utilities depending on the way your lease agreement is laid out. Also your lease should contain something specific to guests and housing guidelines on occupancy must be enforced. In a 1 bedroom it is a max of 3 people and if your tenant violates this then they are in breach of contract. The city can, and will when they find out, come after you for allowing too many occupants.
You can absolutely charge more for an extra adult roommate. It is not a fair housing violation.
Adding an extra adult is changing the lease. When you add an extra adult, it's another background check, and a lease occupant addition. If the landlord wants to charge more, it is their option. It the tenant wants to keep that roommate out, or move to a new place, it is their option - after the original terms and price of the lease.
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