A subtenant is someone who has the right to use and occupy rental property leased by a tenant from a landlord. A subtenant has responsibilities to both the landlord and the tenant. A tenant must often get the consent of the landlord before subletting rental property to a subtenant. The tenant still remains responsible for the payment of rent to the landlord and any damages to the property caused by the subtenant.
Generally, to evict a roommate, you must be the original tenant (or the one who has signed a lease or rental agreement with the landlord), and the roommate you want to evict must be your landlord's subtenant. A subtenant is usually someone who is renting part of your place from you and paying rent to you instead of your landlord. In this relationship, you are the "landlord" and your roommate is your "tenant."
A tenant acting in the capacity of a landlord who resides in the same rental unit with his or her subtenant may be able to evict said subtenant without just cause, as required under some local landlord-tenant laws, which vary by locality. Depending on local law, a master tenant must give written notice to the subtenant a certain number of says in advance of eviction. If the subtenant doesn't leave, it may be necessary to file an unlawful detainer lawsuit.
Under some local laws, a tenant who subleases his or her rental unit may charge no more rent upon initial occupancy of the subtenants than that rent which the tenant is currently paying to the landlord. In other words, a master tenant cannot profit off of their landlord's property. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Title] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Permission to Sublease Property at [Property Address] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to formally request your permission to sublease the property located at [Property Address] in Nassau, New York. As you are aware, I am the current tenant of the aforementioned property, and I have been residing here for [duration of lease]. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I will be required to temporarily relocate for a period of [duration of sublease], starting from [desired sublease start date] until [desired sublease end date]. Therefore, I kindly ask for your consent to sublease the property during my absence. I have taken every precaution to ensure that the sublessee I have found is trustworthy, responsible, and capable of fulfilling the obligations outlined in the original lease agreement. The proposed sublessee, [Sublessee's Name], has provided documentation detailing their creditworthiness, personal and professional references, as well as their employment information. Moreover, I have conducted a thorough screening process and interviewed them personally to ensure they will treat the property with the same care and respect I have. To clarify the terms of the proposed sublease, I have attached a copy of the sublease agreement drafted in adherence to the original lease terms. It includes provisions for the payment of rent, maintenance responsibilities, and provisions obligating the sublessee to comply with all property rules and regulations. I have also included a security deposit equal to [sublessee's deposit amount], which will be held in escrow for the duration of the sublease to safeguard your interests. I acknowledge that as the original tenant, I will remain fully liable for all lease obligations and conditions as stated in our initial agreement. Furthermore, the sublessee understands that any breach of the lease terms or damage caused to the property during their occupancy will be their sole responsibility. I kindly request your prompt consideration of my request, as it will allow me to address my personal circumstances without breaching my lease agreement. Please note that if you have any specific requirements or concerns regarding the subleasing process, I am more than willing to address them and make any necessary arrangements to ease your concerns. If you require any additional information or would like to discuss this matter further, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Phone Number] or [Email Address]. I appreciate your attention to this matter and eagerly await your response. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] Enclosure: Sublease Agreement
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Title] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Permission to Sublease Property at [Property Address] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to formally request your permission to sublease the property located at [Property Address] in Nassau, New York. As you are aware, I am the current tenant of the aforementioned property, and I have been residing here for [duration of lease]. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I will be required to temporarily relocate for a period of [duration of sublease], starting from [desired sublease start date] until [desired sublease end date]. Therefore, I kindly ask for your consent to sublease the property during my absence. I have taken every precaution to ensure that the sublessee I have found is trustworthy, responsible, and capable of fulfilling the obligations outlined in the original lease agreement. The proposed sublessee, [Sublessee's Name], has provided documentation detailing their creditworthiness, personal and professional references, as well as their employment information. Moreover, I have conducted a thorough screening process and interviewed them personally to ensure they will treat the property with the same care and respect I have. To clarify the terms of the proposed sublease, I have attached a copy of the sublease agreement drafted in adherence to the original lease terms. It includes provisions for the payment of rent, maintenance responsibilities, and provisions obligating the sublessee to comply with all property rules and regulations. I have also included a security deposit equal to [sublessee's deposit amount], which will be held in escrow for the duration of the sublease to safeguard your interests. I acknowledge that as the original tenant, I will remain fully liable for all lease obligations and conditions as stated in our initial agreement. Furthermore, the sublessee understands that any breach of the lease terms or damage caused to the property during their occupancy will be their sole responsibility. I kindly request your prompt consideration of my request, as it will allow me to address my personal circumstances without breaching my lease agreement. Please note that if you have any specific requirements or concerns regarding the subleasing process, I am more than willing to address them and make any necessary arrangements to ease your concerns. If you require any additional information or would like to discuss this matter further, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Phone Number] or [Email Address]. I appreciate your attention to this matter and eagerly await your response. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] Enclosure: Sublease Agreement
