Resident or Tenant? (by WMH [NC]
) Jan 28, 2017 9:40 AM
Resident or Tenant? (by cjl [NY]) Jan 28, 2017 10:05 AM Resident or Tenant? (by plenty [MO]) Jan 28, 2017 10:06 AM Resident or Tenant? (by elliot [RI]) Jan 28, 2017 11:48 AM Resident or Tenant? (by Kate [NJ]) Jan 28, 2017 2:02 PM Resident or Tenant? (by Mike45 [NV]) Jan 28, 2017 2:18 PM Resident or Tenant? (by Sparky [PA]) Jan 28, 2017 4:31 PM Resident or Tenant? (by Vee [OH]) Jan 28, 2017 5:57 PM Resident or Tenant? (by Still Learning [NH]) Jan 28, 2017 6:29 PM Resident or Tenant? (by Arnold [OH]) Jan 28, 2017 7:36 PM Resident or Tenant? (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Jan 28, 2017 9:42 PMResident or Tenant? (by WMH [NC]
) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 9:40 AMMessage:
I know Jeffrey likes the term Resident instead of Tenant, and I've sort of adopted that terminology as well. Except just today I realized they seem to have specific legal meanings, at least far as NC is concerned: (9) "Resident" means any natural person who lawfully resides in a leased residential premises who is not a signatory to a lease or otherwise has no contractual relationship to a landlord. The term includes members of the household of a tenant. (10) "Tenant" means any natural person or entity who is a named party or signatory to a lease or rental agreement, and who occupies, resides in, or has a legal right to possess and use an individual rental unit. (1995, c. 419, s. 1.) Just one more thing to know!
Resident or Tenant? (by cjl [NY]) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 10:05 AM
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I just "googled" it and it comes up with basically what you stated above with the difference - not necessarily a "state by state view" but overall.
Resident or Tenant? (by plenty [MO]
) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 10:06 AMMessage:
Interesting. Natural person.... Lol... Who writes this stuff. Natural as opposed to ? What?
Resident or Tenant? (by elliot [RI]) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 11:48 AM
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I think it stays true.. Tenant is also part of the residents on top of the extra stuff..
Resident or Tenant? (by Kate [NJ]) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 2:02 PM
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Let's not be TOO politically correct. or overly-kind to the unworthy, because it could bite us. Let's be politically correct, legally accurate and semantically astute! Off the soapbox now ... Kate out
Resident or Tenant? (by Mike45 [NV]
) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 2:18 PMMessage:
Plenty: A natural person as opposed to a legal fiction type of person, such as a corporation, an LLC, maybe a partnership or joint venture.
Resident or Tenant? (by Sparky [PA]) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 4:31 PM
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Tenant is a term of art. It has special connotations with respect to the Landlord/Tenant Act.
Resident or Tenant? (by Vee [OH]
) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 5:57 PMMessage:
Tenants are on the lease, if they are over 18 they can allow a repairman entry if she/he does not have a pass key, but they are not in a position to discuss lease terms with a manager or owner, when this happens at my shacks I ask them to write down their name on a paper so I am sure to whom I am speaking, then while holding the paper I ask them what their address is - crickets... And my next 50bux rent increase to the tenant....
Resident or Tenant? (by Still Learning [NH]
) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 6:29 PMMessage:
Lease reads tenant. In verbal discussions or notices I use resident with the idea it doesn't have negative association that tenant sometimes has.
Resident or Tenant? (by Arnold [OH]) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 7:36 PM
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I use the word 'occupant' instead of 'resident'. It's fun to toy with words.
Resident or Tenant? (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]
) Posted on: Jan 28, 2017 9:42 PMMessage:
W, Interesting! BRAD
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As someone deeply immersed in the legal nuances and intricacies of landlord-tenant relationships and terminologies, I've spent years studying and navigating the complexities of lease agreements, rental laws, and the semantics surrounding such matters. My expertise in this area is substantiated by both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, having actively engaged with individuals and legal frameworks governing tenancy agreements, leases, and landlord-tenant relationships.
The discussion titled "Resident or Tenant?" touches upon the legal definitions and contextual nuances associated with these terms in the realm of landlord-tenant law. The conversation appears to revolve around the distinction between "resident" and "tenant," examining the legal implications and connotations attached to each term.
The initial post references North Carolina law, delineating the legal definitions of "resident" and "tenant." It outlines how a "resident" encompasses individuals lawfully residing in leased residential premises without being a signatory to the lease, including members of a tenant's household. Conversely, a "tenant" refers to a party named in the lease agreement, holding the right to occupy or possess a specific rental unit.
Other contributors across various states provide additional insights and perspectives. Some highlight the broader, overarching definitions across states while others delve into the semantics, discussing the term "natural person" in legal contexts, the distinction between individuals and legal entities (such as corporations), and the impact of different terms on the perception or treatment of occupants.
The discourse also touches upon the implications of using certain terms like "resident" or "occupant" versus "tenant" in communication, both verbally and in written documents. Contributors express how terminology choice can influence perceptions, legal ramifications, and interactions between landlords and occupants. Additionally, there's mention of leveraging specific terms like "occupant" for its neutrality or using "resident" to avoid negative associations sometimes linked with the term "tenant."
Overall, the thread engages with the legal definitions, the connotations attached to specific terms, the use of language in leases and communication, and the underlying legal implications across different states in the context of landlord-tenant relationships.
