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ResidentResident

The most common understanding of this word is as follows: “the act or fact of dwelling in a place for some time”.

However it also refers to the act or fact of living or regularly staying at or in some place for the discharge of a duty or the enjoyment of a benefit.

The word “duty” implies an obligation which is to follow and accept legislation, and benefit is the outcome of said obligation if not followed, which is usually a fine.

This becomes more apparent when referencing The Black’s Law definition: “a tenant, who is obliged to reside on his lord’s land.” In short, a resident is without property rights. A Residence is not considered a fixed or permanent home.

OccupierOccupier

This title is often used in letters and unfounded notices sent to you in the mail. This is a legal term that implies occupier by virtue of a lawful contract, either express or implied, or even without any contract.

However if you have entered into a lawful contract then you will be notified by name, by the person you have the contract with, and not by the title of “occupier”.

Expressed contracts means intended contract requiring your consent.

Implied contracts are in fact implied service agreements, which attempt to enforce legal obligations to whoever accepts the title “occupier”.