E12: Consent to Sublet - AIRBNB

Synopsis

This Guidance Note provides background information concerning:

• The challenges affecting sub-letting where there is a Lease in place, and restrictions that may be placed on a leaseholder's use of the flat.
• An overview of AirBNB and short-term letting.
• A recap of the legal environment regarding the rights of occupation outlined in leases, tenancies and licenses.

Covering Topics

• Dealing with applications from Leaseholders for Consent to let
• Subletting and Lease Covenants
• The growth of AirBNB and Short-Term Lets
• Leases, Tenancies & Licences
• Typical Subletting Restrictions Found in Leases
• Effective Management Solutions for AirBNB/Short-Term Lettings
• Recent Cases Dealing with the Use of Residential Premises