Commercial Leasing

Whether you are a landlord leasing out a commercial or retail property, or a business owner looking for premises to operate from, it is essential to ensure your lease documentation properly protects your interests.

Commercial and retail leases are legally binding agreements that set out rights and obligations relating to rent, outgoings, maintenance, repairs, options to renew, rent reviews and permitted use.

For landlords, it is important to ensure the lease is clearly drafted, compliant with relevant legislation and structured to protect your asset.

For tenants, understanding the terms of the lease before signing is critical. Lease agreements can include personal guarantees, make-good obligations, outgoings contributions and strict default provisions that may significantly affect your business.

Retail leases in particular are subject to specific legislative requirements, including disclosure obligations and prescribed documentation.

Having your Conveyancer or Property Lawyer review or prepare your lease documentation ensures clarity, compliance and protection for the term of the lease.