If you have a lease for a set term, like one year, you can sublet with or without your landlord's permission, unless they prohibit this in the written lease.
Step 1: Check your lease Check your rental agreement or lease documentation for specific rules on subletting your apartment. Step 2: Send landlord a letter Send your landlord or building manager a certified letter asking permission to sublet, and wait for approval. Keep copies of all communications.
Step 1: Check your lease Check your rental agreement or lease documentation for specific rules on subletting your apartment. Step 2: Send landlord a letter Send your landlord or building manager a certified letter asking permission to sublet, and wait for approval. Keep copies of all communications.
Your lease may explicitly permit or prohibit subletting, or it might require you to obtain written consent from your landlord before you can sublet your space. If your lease is silent on the matter, it's still a good idea to discuss your intentions with your landlord to avoid any potential conflicts.
Ontario website says Subletting is subject to the consent of the landlord, which cannot be unreasonably or arbitrarily withheld. The sublet must end on a date specified before the end of the tenant's term or period.
So first, in NYC a landlord cannot unreasonably deny a request to sublet. You must submit a written request at least 30 days in advance, and it must include things like who you'll be subletting to, why you're wanting to sublet, where you'll be during this period, etc...
If your agreement doesn't say anything about subletting You don't need your landlord's permission but it's usually best to let them know. If they don't want you to sublet your home, your landlord can get a court order to end your tenancy, evict your subtenant and stop you from moving back in.
Detriments The original tenant can only provide rights to your company they have in their lease. You may not be able to secure rights to extend the lease term beyond the existing term. Since the original tenant is not in the landlord business, they may not be willing to offer an adequate tenant improvement allowance.
If subletting is allowed, the Tenant acknowledges that any subtenants must follow the rules, responsibilities, and obligations under this Agreement and cannot occupy the Property longer than the Term.