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TENNESSEE 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;

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:, -

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, Tennessee, 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., -

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., 10]] 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., -

ARTICLE III, LANDLORD CONSENT

6. Landlord Consent, Condition Precedent

This Sublease is expressly contingent upon obtaining Landlord's prior written consent. Under T.C.A. § 66-28-302 and related provisions of the Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (as of June 2026), a tenant shall not assign the rental agreement or sublet the premises without the written consent of the landlord where required by the master lease or applicable law. 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., 15 days after Sublease Execution Date]]. If Landlord's written consent is not obtained by that date, 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., -

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, portal]] 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]], which represents a reasonable estimate of Sublessor's additional administrative costs and exposure under the Master Lease. Tennessee law requires late fees to 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., -

ARTICLE V, SECURITY DEPOSIT

11. Security Deposit; Amount

Upon execution of this Sublease (and following receipt of Landlord's consent per Section 6), Sublessee shall deposit with Sublessor the sum of [[Security Deposit Amount]] as a security deposit (the "Security Deposit"). Under T.C.A. § 66-28-301 (as of June 2026), Tennessee does not impose a statutory cap on residential security deposits for most properties. 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 (or within a reasonable time as required by T.C.A. § 66-28-301), accompanied by an itemized written statement of all deductions. Sublessor shall document all deductions with receipts or invoices for amounts exceeding [[Receipt Threshold, e.g., $75]].

13. Separate from Master-Lease Deposit

Sublessee acknowledges that Sublessor may hold a separate deposit under the Master Lease payable to Landlord. Sublessor's obligations to Landlord regarding that deposit are separate from and not contingent upon Sublessee's Security Deposit obligations under this Sublease., -

ARTICLE VI, SUBORDINATION; INCORPORATION OF MASTER LEASE

14. Subject and Subordinate to Master Lease

This Sublease is in all respects subject and subordinate to the Master Lease and to all of its terms, covenants, and conditions. In the event of any conflict between this Sublease and the Master Lease, the Master Lease controls as between Sublessor and Landlord. As between Sublessor and Sublessee, this Sublease controls, except that Sublessee shall not exercise any right that would place Sublessor in breach of the Master Lease.

15. Incorporation of Master-Lease Obligations

Sublessee assumes and agrees to perform all obligations of Sublessor as "Tenant" under the Master Lease to the extent they relate to Sublessee's use and occupancy of the Premises during the Sublease Term. Without limiting the foregoing, Sublessee shall:

• (a) comply with all rules, regulations, and policies adopted under or incorporated by the Master Lease;
• (b) observe all use, occupancy, noise, nuisance, conduct, and cleanliness requirements;
• (c) maintain the Premises in the condition required by the Master Lease and T.C.A. § 66-28-304 (landlord) and tenant obligations (as of June 2026);
• (d) comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations; and
• (e) promptly notify Sublessor in writing of any condition requiring repair, any damage, or any emergency affecting the Premises.

16. No Greater Rights

Sublessee shall have no rights with respect to the Premises greater than those held by Sublessor under the Master Lease. Nothing in this Sublease grants Sublessee any direct rights against Landlord except as expressly required by Tennessee law., -

ARTICLE VII, SUBLESSOR'S CONTINUING LIABILITY

17. Sublessor Remains Liable to Landlord

Sublessor shall remain fully liable to Landlord for all obligations under the Master Lease for the entire Sublease Term, including timely payment of rent and compliance with all covenants, conditions, and restrictions. The execution of this Sublease does not release, modify, or diminish Sublessor's obligations under the Master Lease. Landlord may continue to look exclusively to Sublessor for all Master Lease obligations regardless of Sublessee's conduct or default.

18. Sublessor's Obligation to Maintain the Master Lease

Sublessor shall: (a) timely pay all rent and other sums due to Landlord under the Master Lease; (b) perform all Master Lease obligations not assumed by Sublessee; (c) not agree to any modification, amendment, extension, or early termination of the Master Lease that would adversely affect Sublessee's quiet enjoyment without Sublessee's prior written consent; and (d) promptly forward to Sublessee any notice, correspondence, or default notice received from Landlord relating to the Premises., -

ARTICLE VIII, INDEMNIFICATION; PASS-THROUGH OF DEFAULTS

19. Sublessee's Indemnification of Sublessor

Sublessee shall indemnify, defend, and hold Sublessor harmless from and against any and all claims, losses, costs, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) Sublessee's use or occupancy of the Premises; (b) Sublessee's breach of any obligation under this Sublease or the incorporated Master Lease provisions; or (c) the acts or omissions of Sublessee, authorized occupants, guests, or invitees. This indemnification expressly includes any fines, penalties, or damages assessed against Sublessor by Landlord resulting from Sublessee's conduct or breach.

20. Pass-Through of Master-Lease Defaults

If Sublessee's act, omission, or breach constitutes a default under the Master Lease ("Pass-Through Default"), Sublessor shall promptly notify Sublessee in writing. Sublessee shall cure the Pass-Through Default within the shorter of: (a) the cure period available to Sublessor under the Master Lease; or (b) [[Sublessee Cure Period, e.g., 5]] days after written notice from Sublessor. All costs, fines, penalties, and damages incurred by Sublessor under the Master Lease as a direct result of a Pass-Through Default shall be recoverable from Sublessee as additional rent under this Sublease., -

ARTICLE IX, DEFAULT, TERMINATION, AND REMEDIES

21. Default by Sublessee

Sublessee shall be in default if Sublessee fails to pay Sublease Rent when due, fails to perform any obligation under this Sublease or the incorporated Master Lease terms, violates any material term, or abandons the Premises. Sublessor may exercise all remedies available under Tennessee law and the Master Lease, including termination of this Sublease, recovery of possession, unpaid rent, damages, and reasonable attorneys' fees (to the extent permitted).

22. Termination for Landlord Non-Consent or Other Causes

If Landlord consent is not obtained or this Sublease is terminated for reasons permitted herein, all prepaid amounts shall be returned as provided in Section 6. Sublessor may terminate for Sublessee default after proper notice as required by the Master Lease and T.C.A. Title 66, Chapter 28.

23. No Self-Help

Sublessor shall not engage in self-help eviction or exclusion (changing locks, shutting off utilities, removing property) except as expressly authorized by law after following required procedures., -

ARTICLE X, GENERAL PROVISIONS

24. Notices

All notices shall be in writing and deemed given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, or transmitted by email with read receipt to the addresses above or such other address as designated in writing.

25. Governing Law and Venue

This Sublease shall be governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee. Venue lies in the county where the Premises is located.

26. Severability

If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall remain in effect.

27. Entire Agreement

This Sublease, together with the Master Lease (as incorporated) and exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement and supersedes prior negotiations. It may be modified only in writing signed by the parties (and Landlord consent where required).

28. Electronic Signatures

This Sublease may be signed in counterparts and by electronic signature.

29. Attorneys' Fees

In any action to enforce this Sublease, the prevailing party may recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs as permitted by law.

30. Waiver of Jury Trial

To the extent permitted by law, the parties waive trial by jury., -

ARTICLE XI, REQUIRED DISCLOSURES AND ADDENDA

31. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (Pre-1978)

If the Premises was built before 1978, the federal lead disclosure and EPA pamphlet must be provided. Sublessor discloses known lead hazards: [[Known Lead Hazards or "None known"]].

32. Other Disclosures

Any additional disclosures required by Tennessee law (smoke/CO alarms, flood, sex offender registry notice via public database, etc.) are incorporated or attached: [[Additional Disclosures]]., -

SIGNATURES

SUBLESSOR

Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Sublessor Full Name]]

SUBLESSEE

Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Sublessee Full Name]]

GUARANTOR (if applicable)

Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Guarantor Name]], -

EXHIBIT A, MASTER LEASE

(Attach complete copy of the Master Lease including all amendments and exhibits.), -

EXHIBIT B, LANDLORD CONSENT FORM

LANDLORD CONSENT TO SUBLEASE

The undersigned Landlord hereby consents to the sublease of the Premises described in the attached Sublease Agreement between Sublessor and Sublessee dated [[Sublease Execution Date]] for the Sublease Term stated above, subject to the following:

1. Consent Granted. Landlord consents to the sublease of the Premises to Sublessee for the Sublease Term stated above.

2. No Release of Sublessor. This consent does not release Sublessor from any obligation under the Master Lease. Sublessor remains fully liable for all rent, damages, and obligations under the Master Lease throughout the Sublease Term and any holdover period.

3. No Amendment of Master Lease. This consent does not amend, modify, or extend the Master Lease in any respect.

4. No Consent to Further Transfer. This consent is limited to the specific sublease described above and does not authorize any further subletting, assignment, or transfer by Sublessee.

5. Sublessee Acknowledgment. Sublessee acknowledges that the Sublease is in all respects subject and subordinate to the Master Lease, that Landlord is not a party to the Sublease, and that Landlord owes no direct contractual duties to Sublessee except as required by Tennessee law.

6. Landlord's Right to Deal with Sublessor. In the event of any default or dispute, Landlord may deal exclusively with Sublessor and is under no obligation to first pursue Sublessee.

7. Conditions of Consent (if any): [[Landlord's Additional Conditions, or "None"]]

LANDLORD:

Signature: ___________________________________

Printed Name: [[Landlord Full Name]]

Date: [[Consent Date]]

Address: [[Landlord Address]]

Email: [[Landlord Email]]

Phone: [[Landlord Phone]], -

EXHIBIT C, MOVE-IN / MOVE-OUT CONDITION CHECKLIST

Complete at move-in. Both Sublessor and Sublessee sign. Attach dated photographs for each room. This checklist serves as the evidentiary baseline for security-deposit accounting under T.C.A. § 66-28-301 (as of June 2026).

Pre-existing damage or deficiencies noted at move-in (describe): [[Description of Pre-Existing Conditions, or "None"]]

Sublessor Signature: __________________________ **Date:** __________

Sublessee Signature: __________________________ **Date:** __________, -

EXHIBIT D, LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE ADDENDUM (Pre-1978 Properties Only)

[Attach if the Premises were built before 1978. Include the EPA "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home" pamphlet and complete the required lead-based paint disclosure form per 42 U.S.C. § 4852d and 40 C.F.R. Part 745. Sublessor must disclose any known lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards in the Premises. Sublessee must be given an opportunity to conduct a lead-based paint risk assessment or inspection before becoming obligated under this Sublease.], -

YMYL FOOTER AND STATUTORY SOURCES

> Template, not professional advice. Consult a licensed real estate attorney familiar with Tennessee law before using this document. As of June 2026.

Tennessee statutory sources cited:

• Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act: T.C.A. §§ 66-28-101 et seq. (as of June 2026)
• T.C.A. § 66-28-301, Security deposits (no cap for most; return or itemization within 30 days / reasonable time)
• T.C.A. § 66-28-302 and related, Assignment and subletting; landlord consent requirements
• T.C.A. § 66-28-304, Landlord duty to maintain habitable premises
• T.C.A. § 66-28-403, Landlord right of access
• T.C.A. §§ 66-28-505 et seq., Termination, notices, and remedies for breach
• T.C.A. § 66-28-516, Prohibition on self-help evictions

Federal sources cited:

• Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. §§ 3901, 4043 (SCRA)
• Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: 42 U.S.C. § 4852d; 40 C.F.R. Part 745

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