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Letter from Landlord to Tenant that Sublease granted - Rent Paid by Subtenant, but Tenant Still Liable for Rent and Damages - Rhode Island

Letter from Landlord to Tenant that Sublease granted - Rent Paid by Subtenant, but Tenant Still Liable for Rent and Damages - Rhode Island 2026

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The document is a notice from the landlord granting permission to the tenant to sub-lease the premises. It specifies that while the sub-tenant is responsible for paying rent, the original tenant remains liable for all rent and damages under the lease agreement. If the sub-tenant fails to pay or causes damages, the landlord can collect from the original tenant.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering the date at the top of the document. This is essential for record-keeping.
Fill in the tenant’s name and address of the premises where indicated. Ensure accuracy to avoid any confusion.
In the body of the letter, specify the date of the original lease agreement. This connects your notice to the existing contract.
Clearly state that permission is granted for sub-leasing, but emphasize that the tenant remains liable for all rent and damages.
Include a reminder about potential actions if the sub-tenant fails to pay rent or causes damages.
Conclude with your signature as the landlord or authorized agent, along with a space for the date.
Finally, select how this notice was delivered to ensure proper documentation.

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Are subletters considered tenants?

Answer. A tenant has signed a lease or rental agreement with a landlord. A subtenant, on the other hand, is someone who subleases or rents all or part of the rental property from a tenant, and does not sign a lease or rental agreement with the landlord.

What happens if a tenant sublets?

If you sublet your home when youre not allowed to, your landlord is likely to take action to evict you. If youre a social housing tenant, the consequences are more serious because you might also be committing a criminal offence. You can check if youre allowed to sublet your home.

Who is the landlord if Im subletting?

Subletting means you rent from someone who is a tenant and not the owner of where you live. If youre a subtenant, your immediate landlord is the person you rent from. The head landlord is the person who owns the property. Theyre sometimes called a superior landlord.

What is the difference between a tenant and a subtenant?

Youre a subtenant if you rent your home from a tenant. You pay rent to the tenant - theyre your landlord.

Is the original tenant after an assignment or sublease remains responsible under the lease?

The first tenant remains fully responsible for all of the obligations of the lease. Neither assignment nor subletting releases the tenant from liability to the landlord. If the lease requires the landlords permission to assign or sublease, the landlord cannot arbitrarily or unreasonably reject a substitute tenant.