Wisconsin Sublease Agreement

A Wisconsin sublease agreement is a legally binding contract with which a tenant can rent their rental unit to another occupant. This document will outline the responsibilities of the new tenant (the sublessee) regarding rent, utilities, deposits, and upholding the landlord’s policies.

Wisconsin Sublease Agreement

Last updated May 15th, 2025

A Wisconsin sublease agreement is a legally binding contract with which a tenant can rent their rental unit to another occupant. This document will outline the responsibilities of the new tenant (the sublessee) regarding rent, utilities, deposits, and upholding the landlord’s policies.

Laws

Landlord Approval

Tenants at-will (no formal agreement) or under periodic tenancies (week-to-week, month-to-month) are required by law to request approval from the landlord.[1]

Wisconsin Sublease Agreement (Preview)

Sources

  1. § 704.09(1)