Getting Approval for a Sublet in District of Columbia

D.C. law does not specify how you should send a request for approval to your landlord, so stick with common sense.

What to Send

Prepare as much information on your situation and your proposed subtenant as possible. We've created this sample sublet request letter that you can customize and send to your landlord. Also include a copy of your signed sublet agreement and evidence that you've already screened them.

How to Send It

Send these documents to your landlord using whichever means of communication you typically employ to get in touch with them. Ask them to add their signature to the sublet agreement. Both you and your subtenant should have a copy of the signed lease.

Sent a request but not getting a response? Find out what you can do if your landlord ignores you or refuses your request to sublet in D.C.