Example: A member whose relationship breaks down may be permitted to live in while they work out arrangements for reconciliation or final separation. They would pay the higher rate of contribution as if they were a member on leave without pay in section 7.4.27, as they already have subsidised accommodation or an own home.

Non-example: A member does not pay a living-in contribution while on temporary duty outside their housing benefit location.

Example: A room is classified as senior non-commissioned officer Level 3.

1. If a Warrant Officer occupies it, the contribution is the one for senior non­commissioned officer Level 3.

2. If a Corporal occupies it, the contribution is the one for other rank Level 3.

3. If a Major occupies it, the contribution is the one for senior non-commissioned officer Level 3.

Before leaving their living-in accommodation a member should do all of the following:

1. Leave the accommodation in same condition as it was in when they started living in it, subject to fair wear and tear.

2. Remove all their possessions from the accommodation, including common areas they used.

Example for Item 4: A member does not return his key. The accommodation manager has a spare key, and is able to allocate the room to another member that night. The member is charged the cost of replacing the key.

Example for Item 5: A member does not return her key. The accommodation manager does not have a spare key, so cannot reallocate the room. The member is charged the contribution charge until the locksmith replaces the lock and key.

Examples: The repair of non-fair wear and tear damage, or the cost of a replacement key to the accommodation.