AI North Carolina Sublease Agreement

This Sublease Agreement is made under North Carolina law. North Carolina law (N.C.G.S. § 42) does not automatically prohibit subleasing. The terms of the original (Master) Lease control whether subleasing is permitted and whether landlord consent is required.

Key Principles Under North Carolina Law and the Master Lease:

• Written landlord consent is required unless the Master Lease expressly permits subleasing without consent.
• The original tenant (Sublessor) remains fully liable to the Landlord for rent, damages, and all obligations under the Master Lease.
• The Sublessee acquires the same rights and obligations as the Sublessor under the Master Lease for the subleased Premises.
• The Sublease term may not exceed the remaining term of the Master Lease.
• Any security deposit paid by Sublessee to Sublessor is separate from any deposit held by the Landlord under the Master Lease.
• Sublessor must deliver a full copy of the Master Lease to Sublessee before execution.

All variable inputs are shown as [[Token Name]] placeholders. Fixed legal content is stated in full. Numbered provisions are on separate lines with a blank line between each.

Property Address: [[Full Street Address, Unit if applicable]], [[City]], North Carolina [[ZIP Code]]

Master Lease Date: [[Master Lease Date]]

Sublease Start Date: [[Sublease Start Date]]

Sublease End Date: [[Sublease End Date]]

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ARTICLE I - PARTIES AND PREMISES

1. Identification of Parties

Sublessor (Original Tenant under Master Lease): [[Sublessor Full Legal Name(s)]]

Sublessee: [[Sublessee Full Legal Name(s)]]

Landlord (Lessor under Master Lease): [[Landlord Full Legal Name or Entity Name]]

Sublessor is the tenant under the Master Lease and remains fully liable to Landlord for all performance under that lease. Sublessee is the person or persons who will occupy the Premises under this Sublease. If more than one Sublessee, their obligations are joint and several.

2. Premises

Sublessor subleases to Sublessee the residential premises located at:

[[Full Property Street Address, Unit if any, City, North Carolina ZIP Code]]

(the "Premises"), together with any assigned parking, storage, or appurtenances listed here: [[Parking / Storage / Other or "None"]].

The Premises shall be used solely as a private residence by Sublessee and the permitted occupants listed in this Agreement. No other use is allowed without prior written consent of Sublessor and Landlord (if required).

3. Master Lease Reference and Attachment

This Sublease is made subject and subordinate to the Master Lease dated [[Master Lease Date]] between Landlord and Sublessor for the Premises, including all amendments, addenda, and exhibits (the "Master Lease").

A complete copy of the Master Lease (including all addenda) is attached as Exhibit A and incorporated by reference. Sublessee acknowledges that Sublessee has received, read, and understands the Master Lease and agrees to be bound by all terms applicable to the Premises and the tenancy.

Sublessor represents and warrants that:

1. The Master Lease is in full force and effect and has not been terminated or modified except as disclosed.

2. Sublessor is not in default under the Master Lease.

3. Sublessor has not received any uncured notice of default from Landlord.

4. The remaining term of the Master Lease is sufficient to cover the entire Sublease Term.

5. Sublessor has the right to enter into this Sublease subject to any consent requirement stated in the Master Lease.

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ARTICLE II - TERM AND CONSENT

4. Sublease Term

The Sublease Term begins on [[Sublease Start Date]] and ends on [[Sublease End Date]].

The Sublease Term shall not extend beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Master Lease. If the Master Lease expires or is terminated for any reason before the Sublease End Date, this Sublease shall automatically terminate on the same date, and Sublessee shall surrender possession immediately.

5. Landlord Consent Requirement

North Carolina law does not prohibit subleasing, but the Master Lease governs. Written landlord consent is required unless the Master Lease expressly permits subleasing without consent.

Sublessor represents one of the following (check the applicable box):

1. Landlord consent is required under the Master Lease. Written consent has been (or will be) obtained and is attached as Exhibit B - Landlord Consent to Sublease. Sublessor shall not deliver possession until consent is obtained.

2. The Master Lease expressly waives the consent requirement. Sublessor has attached the relevant lease provision as Exhibit B.

Sublessor shall not allow Sublessee to take possession until any required consent is obtained in writing. A sublease executed without required consent may constitute a default under the Master Lease, may be voidable by Landlord, and may expose Sublessor to termination and damages.

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ARTICLE III - RENT AND FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS

6. Rent

Sublessee shall pay monthly rent to Sublessor in the amount of $[[Monthly Sublease Rent Amount]], due in advance on the [[Rent Due Day]] of each month.

Sublessor remains solely responsible for paying all rent and other charges due to Landlord under the Master Lease on time. Sublessee's payment to Sublessor does not relieve Sublessor of any obligation to Landlord.

Rent under this Sublease is payable by [[Payment Method]] to [[Sublessor Payment Address or Account Details]].

7. Security Deposit from Sublessee

Sublessee shall pay a security deposit of $[[Sublessee Security Deposit Amount]] to Sublessor upon execution of this Sublease.

This deposit is held by Sublessor and is entirely separate from any security deposit Sublessor paid to Landlord under the Master Lease. Sublessor shall not apply the Sublessee deposit to any obligation of Sublessor to Landlord.

Within the time required by the Master Lease or North Carolina law after termination of this Sublease and Sublessee's vacating, Sublessor shall return the deposit to Sublessee with an itemized statement of any lawful deductions, or provide an accounting.

8. Utilities and Services

Sublessee shall be responsible for payment of the following utilities and services during the Sublease Term: [[List utilities Sublessee pays, e.g., electricity, gas, water, trash, internet, or "As set forth in Master Lease"]].

Sublessor shall remain responsible to Landlord for any utilities or services required under the Master Lease.

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ARTICLE IV - USE, MAINTENANCE, AND COMPLIANCE

9. Use of Premises

Sublessee shall use the Premises only as a private residence and for no other purpose. Sublessee shall comply with all provisions of the Master Lease as if Sublessee were the original tenant thereunder, and with all applicable laws, ordinances, and rules.

10. Occupants and Guests

The Premises shall be occupied only by Sublessee and the following additional permitted occupants: [[List names and ages or "None"]].

No guest may stay more than [[Number]] consecutive days or [[Number]] total days in any month without prior written consent of Sublessor and Landlord (if required by Master Lease).

11. Maintenance and Repairs

Sublessee shall keep the Premises in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition and shall comply with all maintenance obligations imposed on the tenant under the Master Lease.

Sublessor shall remain responsible to Landlord for performance of the tenant's maintenance obligations under the Master Lease. Sublessee shall promptly notify Sublessor of any needed repairs or conditions requiring attention.

12. Alterations and Improvements

Sublessee shall not make alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises without prior written consent of both Sublessor and Landlord (if required under the Master Lease). Any approved improvements shall become the property of Landlord upon termination unless otherwise agreed in writing.

13. Pets

Pets are [[permitted / not permitted]] under this Sublease. If permitted, the following pets are approved: [[Description of approved pets or "None"]].

Sublessee is responsible for all damage caused by any pet and must comply with any pet rules in the Master Lease and any applicable HOA or building rules.

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ARTICLE V - LIABILITY, INSURANCE, AND DEFAULT

14. Sublessor's Continuing Liability

Sublessor remains fully and primarily liable to Landlord for all rent, damages, and performance of every obligation under the Master Lease for the entire Sublease Term and thereafter until the Master Lease obligations are fully performed or released in writing by Landlord.

Nothing in this Sublease releases Sublessor from any liability to Landlord.

15. Sublessee's Assumption of Obligations

Sublessee assumes and agrees to perform all of Sublessor's duties and obligations under the Master Lease with respect to the Premises and the tenancy for the duration of the Sublease Term, including but not limited to payment of rent to Sublessor, maintenance, compliance with rules, and surrender obligations.

16. Insurance

Sublessee shall maintain renter's insurance with personal liability coverage of at least $[[Minimum Liability Amount]] throughout the Sublease Term and shall name Sublessor and Landlord as additional insureds or interested parties as required by the Master Lease. Sublessee shall provide proof of insurance upon request.

Sublessor shall maintain any insurance required of the tenant under the Master Lease.

17. Default and Remedies

If Sublessee defaults under this Sublease or under the Master Lease provisions incorporated herein, Sublessor may exercise all rights and remedies available under the Master Lease and North Carolina law, including termination and recovery of possession.

Sublessor shall provide Sublessee with any notice required by the Master Lease or by N.C.G.S. § 42 before exercising remedies.

If Sublessor defaults under the Master Lease, Landlord may pursue remedies against Sublessor. Sublessee's rights may be affected by termination of the Master Lease.

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ARTICLE VI - SURRENDER AND MISCELLANEOUS

18. Surrender of Premises

At the end of the Sublease Term or upon earlier termination, Sublessee shall:

1. Remove all personal property and debris.

2. Return all keys, access devices, and remotes to Sublessor.

3. Leave the Premises in the same condition as received, reasonable wear and tear excepted, and in compliance with the Master Lease surrender requirements.

4. Provide a written forwarding address to Sublessor for deposit accounting.

19. Notices

All notices under this Sublease shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below or such other address as a party designates in writing.

Sublessor Notice Address: [[Sublessor Mailing Address, City, State, ZIP, Email]]

Sublessee Notice Address: [[Sublessee Mailing Address, City, State, ZIP, Email]] (or the Premises)

Landlord Notice Address: [[As stated in Master Lease]]

20. Governing Law and Severability

This Sublease shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina. If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

21. Entire Agreement

This Sublease, including Exhibit A (Master Lease) and Exhibit B (Landlord Consent if applicable), constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the sublease of the Premises and supersedes all prior agreements. No modification shall be binding unless in writing and signed by the parties (and Landlord if required).

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Signature Block

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Sublease Agreement as of the date first written above.

Sublessor:

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Sublessor Full Legal Name(s)]]

Sublessee:

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Sublessee Full Legal Name(s)]]

Sublessee (if additional):

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Sublessee 2 Full Legal Name(s)]]

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Landlord Consent (if required)

If Landlord consent is required, the Landlord's signature below confirms consent to this Sublease on the terms stated.

Landlord / Authorized Agent:

Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: [[Consent Date]]

Printed Name: [[Landlord or Agent Full Name]]

Title: [[Title]]

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Exhibit A - Master Lease (attached)

Exhibit B - Landlord Consent or Waiver Provision (attached)

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End of North Carolina Sublease Agreement

Governing Authority: N.C.G.S. § 42 (Landlord and Tenant). This is a template document. Laws and lease terms vary. Consult a North Carolina-licensed attorney and review the actual Master Lease. Not professional legal advice. As of June 2026.