A Connecticut sublease agreement enables the initial tenant of a standard lease (“sublessor”) to rent a part of or all of their property to a new tenant (“subtenant” or “sublessee”). You should check your original lease agreement to see if you can sublet your apartment.
The subtenant must adhere to the original lease agreement’s terms and conditions. However, the original tenant will stay liable for any property damages, original lease breaches, and rent payments.
Laws & Requirements
Sublease and Assignment Provision Laws: No.
Landlord-Tenant Laws: Title 47a of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Security Deposit Obligations: The security deposit must be returned within 30 days of the sublease’s end or 15 days of receiving the subtenant’s forwarding mail address.
Notices: In Connecticut, sublessors must give subtenants three days’ written notice to pay rent or leave. They also need to provide 30 days’ written notice of their intent not to renew the sublease as well as the original lease.
Permission to Sublet
Tenants in Connecticut should receive written permission from their landlord before subletting.
- Laws: State law does not provide tenants by default with the right to sublease.
- Explicit Written Consent: Yes, unless specified otherwise in the original lease agreement.
- Landlord’s Right to Reject: Even with consent granted, landlords can reject subtenants based on qualifications like credit score or criminal record.
Tax Obligations
Lodgings Tax
- Short-term rentals (STRs) in Connecticut are rentals of 30 days or less.
- The state imposes a 15% room occupancy tax on STRs.
Tax Rates by County
- There are no additional city or county taxes levied on room occupancy in the state.
- Regulations and licensing for STRs vary by municipality. Check with the local city or township for any special permits required before using a property for short-term rentals. The application process usually starts at the clerkâs office.
Filing Frequency
- File returns with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.
- Assigned filing frequencies are determined upon registration, with due dates varying based on the filing period (monthly, quarterly, or annually).
Making Payments
- Payments can be made at the Department of Revenue Services.
- If platforms like Airbnb or Vrbo handle tax collection for your rentals, no registration is needed; otherwise, register directly and fulfill tax obligations.
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