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OHIO SUBLEASE AGREEMENT

This Sublease Agreement ("Sublease") is entered into as of [[Sublease Execution Date]] by and between:

Sublessor: [[Sublessor Full Name]], whose current address is [[Sublessor Address]] ("Sublessor"); and

Sublessee: [[Sublessee Full Name]], whose current address is [[Sublessee Current Address]] ("Sublessee").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Sublessor is the tenant of record under that certain Residential Lease Agreement dated [[Master Lease Date]] (the "Master Lease"), entered into between [[Landlord Full Name]] ("Landlord") and Sublessor, covering the premises described below;

WHEREAS, Sublessor desires to sublease the Premises to Sublessee, and Sublessee desires to sublease the Premises from Sublessor, on the terms and conditions set forth herein;

WHEREAS, Ohio does not have a statewide statute expressly authorizing or prohibiting subleasing - enforceability of this Sublease depends on the terms of the original Master Lease;

WHEREAS, Sublessor remains liable to the original Landlord for all obligations under the Master Lease;

WHEREAS, Ohio Rev. Code § 5321 governs landlord-tenant relations in the State of Ohio;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

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ARTICLE I - PARTIES, PREMISES, AND MASTER LEASE

1. Identification of Parties

Sublessor is the tenant named in the Master Lease and, as between Sublessor and Landlord, retains all obligations thereunder. Sublessee is the individual(s) identified above who will occupy the Premises as a residential sublessee during the Sublease Term. If more than one person constitutes Sublessee, their obligations under this Sublease are joint and several.

2. Master Lease Reference; Attachment

This Sublease is in all respects subject and subordinate to the Master Lease. A true and complete copy of the Master Lease, including all addenda, exhibits, and amendments, is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference. Sublessee acknowledges receipt and review of the Master Lease. Sublessor represents and warrants that (a) the Master Lease is currently in full force and effect; (b) Sublessor is not in default under the Master Lease as of the Sublease Execution Date; and (c) Sublessor has not received any uncured notice of default from Landlord.

3. Premises

Sublessor subleases to Sublessee the residential dwelling unit located at [[Property Address, City, Ohio, ZIP Code]] (the "Premises"), together with the following included areas: [[Parking Space(s), Storage, and Other Included Areas, or "None"]]. The Premises shall be used solely as a private residential dwelling and for no other purpose.

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ARTICLE II - TERM AND POSSESSION

4. Sublease Term

The Sublease Term commences on [[Sublease Start Date]] (the "Commencement Date") and expires on [[Sublease End Date]] (the "Expiration Date"), unless sooner terminated pursuant to this Sublease or applicable law. The Sublease Term may not extend beyond the expiration date of the Master Lease, which is [[Master Lease Expiration Date]]. Any provision of this Sublease that would cause the Sublease Term to exceed the Master Lease Term is void.

5. Delivery of Possession

Sublessor shall deliver possession of the Premises to Sublessee on the Commencement Date in the condition required by this Sublease. If Sublessor fails to deliver possession on the Commencement Date through no fault of Sublessee, Sublessee's Sublease Rent obligation shall abate on a per-diem basis for each day of delayed delivery. If possession is not delivered within [[Delivery Delay Cap, e.g., 7]] days after the Commencement Date, Sublessee may terminate this Sublease by written notice and shall receive a full refund of all prepaid amounts within five (5) business days.

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ARTICLE III - LANDLORD CONSENT

6. Landlord Consent - Condition Precedent

This Sublease is expressly contingent upon obtaining Landlord's prior written consent where required by the Master Lease. Ohio does not have a statewide statute expressly authorizing or prohibiting subleasing. Enforceability depends entirely on the terms of the Master Lease. Written consent of the Landlord is typically required. Sublessor shall diligently pursue Landlord's written consent in the form attached as Exhibit B (the "Landlord Consent Form") and shall deliver it to Sublessee no later than [[Consent Deadline, e.g., 10 days after Sublease Execution Date]]. If Landlord's written consent is not obtained by that date (or is denied), either party may terminate this Sublease by written notice to the other, whereupon all prepaid rent and deposits shall be refunded to Sublessee within five (5) business days.

7. Effect of Consent; No Release

Landlord's consent to this Sublease does not release Sublessor from any obligation under the Master Lease. Sublessor remains fully liable to Landlord for all Master Lease obligations throughout the Sublease Term and beyond. Landlord's consent to this Sublease does not constitute consent to any future sublease, assignment, or further transfer.

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ARTICLE IV - RENT AND PAYMENT

8. Sublease Rent; Due Date; Payment Method

Sublessee shall pay Sublessor monthly Sublease Rent of [[Monthly Sublease Rent]], due and payable in advance on the [[Rent Due Day, e.g., first (1st)]] day of each calendar month, without offset, deduction, or demand. Rent shall be paid by [[Accepted Payment Methods, e.g., personal check, bank transfer, Zelle]] to Sublessor at [[Sublessor's Payment Address or Account]]. If the Commencement Date falls on a day other than the first of the month, the first month's Sublease Rent shall be prorated on a 30-day-month basis.

9. Sublessor's Obligation to Pay Master-Lease Rent

Notwithstanding Sublessee's payment of Sublease Rent to Sublessor, Sublessor remains solely and primarily responsible for timely payment of all rent and other amounts due to Landlord under the Master Lease. Sublease Rent received from Sublessee shall be applied by Sublessor toward the Master Lease rent. Any failure by Sublessor to remit such amounts to Landlord does not diminish Sublessee's Sublease Rent obligation, but does constitute a material breach by Sublessor for which Sublessor shall indemnify Sublessee against any resulting default or termination under the Master Lease.

10. Late Charges; Returned Payments

If Sublessee fails to pay Sublease Rent within [[Grace Period, e.g., 5]] days after the due date, Sublessee shall pay a late charge of [[Late Fee Amount or "as provided in Master Lease"]]. Ohio law does not impose a specific statutory cap on late fees beyond general reasonableness standards; however, any late fee must be reasonable. A returned or dishonored payment fee of [[Returned Payment Fee]] shall apply to any check or electronic payment that is not honored. Acceptance of a partial or late payment does not waive any rights of Sublessor.

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ARTICLE V - SECURITY DEPOSIT

11. Security Deposit; Amount

Upon execution of this Sublease (and following receipt of Landlord's consent per Section 6 where required), Sublessee shall deposit with Sublessor the sum of [[Security Deposit Amount]] as a security deposit (the "Security Deposit"). Under Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.16 (as of June 2026), Ohio does not impose a statutory maximum amount for security deposits; the amount is governed by the lease agreement. The Security Deposit shall not be applied as last month's rent without the written agreement of Sublessor.

12. Use and Return of Security Deposit

The Security Deposit may be applied by Sublessor to: (a) unpaid Sublease Rent; (b) repair of damage to the Premises beyond ordinary wear and tear; (c) reasonable cleaning costs to restore the Premises to its move-in condition; and (d) any other amounts due from Sublessee under this Sublease. Sublessor shall return the Security Deposit, less any lawful deductions, within thirty (30) days after Sublessee vacates the Premises and the tenancy terminates, accompanied by an itemized written statement of all deductions as required by Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.16 (as of June 2026). Sublessor shall document all deductions with receipts or invoices for amounts exceeding [[Receipt Threshold, e.g., $50]].

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ARTICLE VI - USE OF PREMISES; COMPLIANCE WITH MASTER LEASE

13. Permitted Use

Sublessee shall use the Premises only as a private residence and for no other purpose without the prior written consent of Sublessor and Landlord (where required).

14. Compliance with Master Lease and Laws

Sublessee agrees to comply with all terms, conditions, rules, and regulations of the Master Lease as if Sublessee were the original tenant thereunder, and with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations. Sublessee acknowledges that a breach of the Master Lease by Sublessee constitutes a breach of this Sublease.

15. No Assignment or Further Subletting

Sublessee shall not assign this Sublease or further sublet the Premises or any portion thereof without the prior written consent of Sublessor and Landlord.

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ARTICLE VII - MAINTENANCE; REPAIRS; UTILITIES

16. Maintenance and Repairs

Sublessee shall keep the Premises in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition. Sublessee shall be responsible for all repairs and maintenance caused by Sublessee's misuse, neglect, or failure to comply with this Sublease or the Master Lease. Sublessor shall be responsible for repairs required under the Master Lease to the extent not caused by Sublessee.

17. Utilities and Services

Sublessee shall be responsible for payment of utilities and services as follows: [[List Utilities Tenant Pays - e.g., electric, gas, water, trash, internet; or "All utilities included in Sublease Rent"]]. Sublessee shall not allow any utility service to be disconnected.

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ARTICLE VIII - LANDLORD'S RIGHT OF ACCESS; QUIET ENJOYMENT

18. Access by Landlord and Sublessor

Sublessor and Landlord (with Sublessor's coordination) may enter the Premises upon reasonable notice (typically 24 hours where required by the Master Lease or Ohio law) to inspect, make repairs, show the Premises, or as otherwise permitted by the Master Lease or Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.

19. Quiet Enjoyment

Sublessee shall have quiet enjoyment of the Premises subject to the terms of this Sublease and the Master Lease.

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ARTICLE IX - DEFAULT; REMEDIES; TERMINATION

20. Events of Default

Sublessee shall be in default if Sublessee: (a) fails to pay rent when due; (b) violates any term of this Sublease or the Master Lease and fails to cure within any applicable cure period; (c) abandons the Premises; or (d) provides false information.

21. Remedies

Upon default, Sublessor may pursue all remedies available under the Master Lease, this Sublease, and Ohio law, including termination of this Sublease, recovery of possession, and recovery of damages, unpaid rent, and costs. Sublessor shall not engage in self-help eviction methods prohibited by Ohio law.

22. Holding Over

If Sublessee remains in possession after the Expiration Date without Sublessor's written consent, Sublessee shall pay holdover rent of [[Holdover Rent Multiplier, e.g., 150% of monthly Sublease Rent]] and Sublessor may pursue eviction and damages.

23. Termination

This Sublease may be terminated: (a) at the end of the Term; (b) by mutual written agreement; (c) upon material breach and failure to cure; (d) if Landlord consent is required and not obtained; or (e) as otherwise provided by law or the Master Lease.

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ARTICLE X - LIABILITY; INSURANCE; INDEMNIFICATION

24. Liability and Indemnification

Sublessee assumes all risk of loss or damage to Sublessee's personal property. To the extent permitted by law, Sublessee shall indemnify and hold harmless Sublessor and Landlord from claims arising from Sublessee's use of the Premises or breach of this Sublease.

25. Insurance

Sublessee shall maintain renter's insurance with personal liability coverage of at least [[Renter's Insurance Minimum Amount, e.g., $100,000]] throughout the Sublease Term and provide proof upon request. Sublessor recommends but does not require that Sublessee obtain such insurance.

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ARTICLE XI - GENERAL PROVISIONS

26. Governing Law

This Sublease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, without regard to conflicts of law principles. Venue for any dispute shall be in the county where the Premises are located.

27. Entire Agreement

This Sublease, together with the Master Lease (Exhibit A), the Landlord Consent (Exhibit B, if applicable), and any attached exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations and agreements.

28. Severability

If any provision of this Sublease is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

29. Notices

All notices under this Sublease shall be in writing and delivered personally, by certified mail, or by other method permitted under the Master Lease, to the addresses set forth above or such other address as a party may designate in writing.

30. Counterparts; Electronic Signatures

This Sublease may be executed in counterparts and by electronic signature, each of which shall be deemed an original.

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SIGNATURES