Can You Vape in a Rented Flat or House?

Currently, there is no law against vaping inside a rented flat. This means it’s up to the discretion of the landlord whether to allow tenants to vape inside their properties. If it’s unclear whether vaping is allowed in the property, it’s best to check with the landlord. Whatever decision is made on this will need to be respected.

While vaping in rental property may be allowed, if you’re an adult user who lives in a house share, it’s important to be mindful of the other residents, and only vape in spaces of the property that everyone is comfortable with. 

Does Vaping in the House Affect Others?

Whether or not other tenants are bothered by vaping inside the property will depend on their personal preferences. This is why it’s important to check that the other residents are comfortable with vaping in the house. 

Smoking in Rental Properties

Smoking indoors isn’t illegal in a single-occupancy exclusive rental where an individual rents a property. However, it’s a bit different in a house share. Where different rooms are let to different people, any common areas will fall under the 2007 smoke-free legislation – meaning it will automatically be against the law to smoke in these spaces.

A property that smokers live in could also be likely to need more frequent restoration in comparison to a smoke-free property. Smoking indoors could leave a lingering smell that permeates throughout the house and soft furnishings. It could even lead to smoke stained walls, discolouring wallpaper and paintwork. This type of damage to a property typically isn’t considered normal wear-and-tear, and might then be deducted from the security deposit.

Does Vaping Indoors Cause Damage?

In comparison to smoking, vaping inside a rented property could perhaps present fewer challenges to landlords. 

Does vaping stain walls or leave a smell on furniture? E-cigarette vapour generally evaporates faster than cigarette smoke. This could then reduce damage to a property, as it may be less likely to stay on walls and furniture. For example, VEEV NOW vapour dissipates more quickly than cigarette smoke.* Moreover, VEEV NOW leaves less smell on furniture and fabric than cigarettes.** 

* 88% agreement amongst 311 adult consumers in Canada, 2022. 

** 95% agreement amongst 311 adult consumers in Canada, 2022. 

Alternatives to Vaping in Your Rented Property

If a landlord doesn’t allow vaping indoors at all, you should vape outside instead. Read our guide on Vaping in Public Places for further details on this. 

The best course of action in a rented property is to be completely open and honest with your landlord, and clarify the rules that apply when renting their property. This will ensure that you’re adhering to the tenancy agreement, potentially reducing the risk of deductions to your deposit. 

Smoke-free products are not risk-free and provide nicotine, which is addictive. Smoke-free products are not an alternative to quitting and are not designed as cessation aids. The best decision any adult smoker can make is to quit tobacco and nicotine use altogether.

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