Sublease

What is a sublease/sublet? 

A sublease or sublet refers to an arrangement where a tenant rents out all or part of a property they are renting from a landlord. Essentially, the original tenant becomes a landlord to the new tenant, while still being responsible to the original landlord for the property. 

Conditions to sublease a property 

Subletting a property firstly requires the consent of the landlord. Landlords must also be notified of any changes to the arrangement. If a tenant does not tell their landlord, they are breaching the terms of the tenancy agreement. 

Responsibilities of a tenant in a sublease 

Even when subletting, the original tenant maintains their status as the landlord's tenant and retains responsibility for the tenancy. This includes being accountable for the actions and obligations of the sub-tenant. The original tenant retains obligations such as: 

• Timely rent payment
• Property maintenance
• Resolution of disputes
• Communication with the landlord regarding any changes or issues arising from the sub-tenancy