Subletting an apartment

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If you rent an apartment from another private person, that individual, referred to as the primary tenant, becomes your landlord. It is therefore the primary tenant to whom you should address any requests or complaints as your landlord.

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Keep in mind

  • The notice period is usually three months, but it can vary depending upon what you and your landlord have agreed to.

  • You are responsible for looking after the apartment. If you have caused damage to the apartment the landlord can require you to pay compensation for the damage.

  • The rent must be reasonable.

This applies to you as a tenant

Proofread: 15 September 2025