Property Management

A Michigan commercial tenant who wants to sublease their space must typically:

ASublet without restriction under Michigan commercial law
BObtain written approval from the landlord as required by most commercial leases✓ Correct
CSimply notify the landlord 30 days in advance
DSublease only if the original lease term is longer than 5 years

Explanation

Most Michigan commercial leases require the tenant to obtain the landlord's written consent before subleasing. The original tenant (assignor/sublessor) typically remains liable on the lease even after subletting.

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