Property Management

In South Dakota, a tenant who wants to sublease their apartment to another person must typically:

ASimply notify the landlord after subleasing
BObtain the landlord's written permission unless the lease specifically permits subleasing✓ Correct
CGive the sublessee the same rights as the original tenant
DFile notice with the county register of deeds

Explanation

Most leases require tenants to obtain the landlord's written permission before subleasing. Without permission, subleasing may constitute a breach of the lease. Even with a sublease, the original tenant typically remains responsible to the landlord for rent and damages.

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