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Statutory tenants and occupation as a residence

By: Language: English Series: Law Society`s Gazette ; 84 (1) 7 January 1987, 22-26 (3)Publication details: 1987Subject(s): Summary: Discusses the position of statutory tenants in relation to the protection afforded by the Rent Acts . Explains why it is necessary for the statutory tenant to occupy the premises "as his or her residence" on a continuous basis if protection is to be maintained. Outlines the general principles of the Rent Act 1977 , using case law to illustrate whether a tenant does occupy premises as his or her residence. Also looks at for how long a tenant may be temporarily absent, occupation through other people and residence in two homes

Discusses the position of statutory tenants in relation to the protection afforded by the Rent Acts . Explains why it is necessary for the statutory tenant to occupy the premises "as his or her residence" on a continuous basis if protection is to be maintained. Outlines the general principles of the Rent Act 1977 , using case law to illustrate whether a tenant does occupy premises as his or her residence. Also looks at for how long a tenant may be temporarily absent, occupation through other people and residence in two homes