What does it mean?
Being a lodger (inneboende) means you rent a room in a home where the landlord (or apartment holder) continues to live. This is legally distinct from subletting, where the tenant gets access to the entire apartment while the original holder moves out.
As a lodger arrangement, the apartment holder does not need permission from the property owner or BRF board — it is a right as long as it does not cause "inconvenience" to the landlord or property owner. Lodgers have no tenant protection regardless of how long they have lived there. The rent should be reasonable in relation to the room's size and standard. The notice period is regulated by the agreement, but a reasonable time is considered to be at least one month.
Key Points
- You rent a room — the landlord continues to live in the home
- No permission required from property owner or BRF board
- No tenant protection regardless of length of stay
- Rent should be reasonable relative to the room's size and standard
- Legally distinct from subletting
Practical Tip
Make sure to have a written agreement specifying rent, notice period, and which common areas you have access to. As a lodger you have weak legal protection, so a clear agreement is your best tool.
Legal Basis: Land Code Ch. 12, § 41