Many landlord-tenant issues fall under non-negotiable, legally protected tenants’ rights.
However, some matters are left to the landlord’s discretion.
For instance, a tenant might want to change the property permanently or sublet a room. The landlord can set the terms or deny the request in these cases.
If the tenant asks permission to do something prohibited or not covered by their lease, you should document your responses in writing in an Lease Amendment or supplement form to the lease agreement.
Be as specific as possible to prevent misunderstandings and protect yourself in the event of a disagreement.