This is a letter from a tenant to the landlord concerning the landlord's refusal to permit tenant to sublease the premises to a sub-tenant. Tenant is also informing the landlord of his/her reserving of legal rights and remedies, should the landlord continue to prevent a lease assignment.
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, unless the landlord agrees to release the tenant from liability.
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.
Subject: Concerns Regarding Landlord's Unreasonable Refusal to Allow Sublease in Hillsboro, Oregon Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to you today as a concerned tenant residing in one of your rental properties located in beautiful Hillsboro, Oregon. I wish to address a matter that has recently come to my attention and express my dissatisfaction with your refusal to permit subleasing of the aforementioned property. First and foremost, it is important to emphasize that as a tenant, I understand and acknowledge the importance of adhering to the terms and conditions stated within the lease agreement. However, I firmly believe that your current stance on subleasing is unreasonable for the following reasons: 1. Economic Hardship: As a responsible tenant who aims to fulfill my financial obligations, I must express my concern that your refusal to allow subleasing poses a significant financial burden on me. Being unable to sublease the property hampers my ability to mitigate rental costs, especially during unforeseen circumstances such as extended job-related travel, family emergencies, or medical reasons. 2. Practical Considerations: By denying the right to sublease, you are depriving me of the practical flexibility needed to fulfill certain personal and professional obligations. Life situations may arise where tenants need to temporarily relocate or procure temporary housing arrangements. Allowing subleasing would provide a viable solution for tenants, ensuring the property remains occupied and the rental income continues without any interruption. 3. Maintenance and Care: It is essential to note that tenants who sublease their residences understand their responsibility to maintain and care for the property in the same manner outlined in the lease agreement. They would be subject to the same rules and regulations as any other tenant, ensuring the preservation and cleanliness of the property. Consequently, your refusal undermines the potential for responsible sublessees who could uphold the property's integrity. Considering the aforementioned points, I kindly request you to reconsider your decision to deny subleasing in the lease agreement. Various types of accommodation can be made to address your concerns as a landlord while allowing tenants the right to sublease their property when necessary. Potential alternatives may include a constructive screening process for sublessees, requesting additional documentation from sublessees to ensure financial stability, and establishing clear guidelines to prevent unauthorized subleases. By allowing subleasing, you would foster a more harmonious landlord-tenant relationship by demonstrating attentiveness to tenants' personal circumstances while ensuring the continuity of rental income for yourself. Moreover, it would portray you as a considerate landlord who values the welfare and needs of your tenants. I believe that our shared objective is to maintain a mutually beneficial relationship throughout our tenancy. I am open to discussing this matter further or providing any additional information that may assist in reconsidering your position. Furthermore, I am confident that we can reach a satisfactory resolution. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a positive response and am hopeful that we can find an agreeable solution that benefits both parties involved. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Phone Number] [Email Address]
