A tenant in Berlin sublet his apartment with a significant surcharge, prompting his landlady to sue. The case has reached court, with a ruling expected on Wednesday. It could impact many rental agreements across Germany.
In Berlin, a tenant sublet his apartment and demanded a significant surcharge. The landlady sued against this, and the dispute has now reached court. A ruling expected on Wednesday could shake up numerous rental relationships.
The case highlights tensions in subletting in urban areas like Berlin, where housing is scarce. Current regulations permit subletting under certain conditions, but excessive surcharges remain contentious. The judgment may provide clarity and affect tenants and landlords, especially in high-rent metropolitan areas.