Commercial Lease Forms

Use this comprehensive template to prepare a 99 Year Ground Lease for land that will be developed as the site of a commercial office and retail project.

• The minimum yearly rental for the land is calculated as the greater of (a) a specified fixed amount or (b) a percentage of the annual net rentals generated by the developed property.
• In addition to minimum annual rent, the developer (as lessee) will pay the costs of clearing the land and obtaining surrenders of leases from any existing tenants.
• The lessee has a right of first refusal if the land owner (lessor) decides to sell or dispose of its interest in the land.
• The lessee is responsible for carrying sufficient and proper insurance, for paying all taxes, charges, liens and utility costs for the property.
• The lessee has the right to assign the lease or to mortgage or otherwise encumber the property without the consent of the lessor.
• The 99 Year Ground Lease template is a generic form that does not contain references to any specific laws or regulations.

Provide a prospective business tenant with this Disclosure Statement for a commercial rental property in Australian Capital Territory, as required by the Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001.

• The landlord or letting agent must provide the tenant with the Disclosure Statement at least 14 days before the tenant enters into the lease, unless the tenant waives the requirement or agrees to a different time period.
• The form can be filled in on a computer or tablet, or it can be used as a pre-printed form which can be completed by hand if the need arises.
• The form is not a binding agreement or an offer to lease the premises.
• ACT Disclosure Statement - Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001, approved form AF2003-4, available in Microsoft Word format.

This free Commercial and Retail Lease Handbook is published by the Australian Capital Territory Government as a guide to the Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001.

The handbook describes:

• the rights and responsibilities of business tenants and landlords under the Act,
• which premises the Act applies to,
• procedures for lease disputes,
• what must be included in a disclosure statement,
• key money, bonds and guarantees,
• market rent reviews, options and renewals,
• turnover rent,
• outgoings,
• other lease matters.

Published in 2002 by ACT Department of Justice & Community Safety.

Business tenants in Alabama can sublet all or part of their space to a subtenant with this easy-to-use Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• This sublease can be used for offices, retail shops or other business premises.
• The subtenant must pay a security deposit to the original tenant.
• The subtenant pays rent to the tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The original tenant directs the subtenant to pay rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• The form is available as a downloadable MS Word template.
• This sublease agreement is intended for use in the State of Alabama.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Alabama Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

Lease office, retail shopping or other business space in Alaska to a tenant with this customizable Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• There are two optional clauses for payment of property taxes, one for the landlord and one for the tenant, whichever is applicable.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Provisions to govern in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.

This lease template is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your needs. Intended for use only in the State of Alaska.

AK commercial tenants, sublet all or part of your space to a subtenant with this Alaska Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• This sublease can be used for offices, retail shops or other business premises.
• The subtenant must pay a security deposit to the original tenant.
• The subtenant pays rent to the tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The original tenant directs the subtenant to pay rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• This legal contract template is available in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Alaska.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Alaska Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

• The guaranty is given by a principal of the company, such as a shareholder, partner, sole proprietor or some other person with a financial interest in the tenant.
• A guarantee of this type is typically required as an inducement to the lessor ⁄ landlord to sign the lease.
• The guarantor guarantees payment of all rent and other amounts due under the lease, including the payment of legal fees incurred by the landlord in enforcing the terms of the lease.

AK commercial landlords, renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this downloadable Alaska Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease.

• The parties agree to the expiry date of the new lease term, and the rental payments for the new term.
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Alaska.

Transfer an existing lease to a new owner of the property with this Alberta Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

• The Assignment is between the seller (current landlord), the purchaser of the property (new landlord), and the tenant, and is part of the documentation required to complete the sale of the rental premises.
• The tenant covenants to pay rent to the new landlord and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The purchaser and seller agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• The Assignment form can be used for both commercial and residential rental properties.
• This Assignment of Lease by Landlord form is available as a MS Word download.
• Intended for use in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Do you have a business tenant who wants to extend its lease? Use this Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form for the Province of Alberta.

• The landlord and tenant both agree to the new lease period and what the lease costs will be for the new term.
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. Use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.

Get the Alberta Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease template and use it for all your business tenants.

Rent a business premises in Alberta to a tenant with this Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• This lease is a triple net lease to the landlord, and the tenant agrees to pay for all costs with respect to the premises including structural repairs.
• The tenant has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• The tenant will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, except for the landlord's income taxes.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying fire and extended coverage insurance.
• The tenant is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination of the lease to a mortgage or other lien.
• The tenant must provide an estoppel certificate on request by the landlord.
• If the tenant holds over (i.e. stays in the premises) after the lease term expires, the tenancy reverts to a monthly tenancy.
• This legal document is intended for use in the Province of Alberta, Canada.
• The Alberta Triple Net Lease Agreement template can be used for office or retail space.

Cancel an existing lease on office or retail space with this Mutual Cancellation of Lease form for the Province of Alberta.

• This agreement is only for commercial tenancies. You will need to use a different form for residential tenants.
• The lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant) mutually agree that the lease will terminate as of a specific date.
• All rights and obligations of the parties under the lease are extinguished, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This form is intended for use in Alberta but can be modified to be used in other provinces and territories of Canada.
• Available as a MS Word downloadable template and fully editable to fit your needs.

Let your business tenants know that their leases have been transferred to a new owner of the building with this Alberta Notice to Tenants of Assignment of Commercial Lease.

• The landlord of the building must give notice to all the leasehold tenants following the sale of the premises.
• The Notice also instructs the tenants that rent is now to be paid to the new landlord.
• This form can be saved as a template and re-used as often as you require. Fully editable and can be filled in by hand or on the computer.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended for use only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Write up an Offer to Lease a commercial premises (business, retail, office or warehouse) with this easy-to-use template for Alberta properties.

• Once accepted, the Offer will become legally binding.
• The lease will be a completely net and carefree lease to the landlord.
• The tenant will pay utilities, and a proportionate share of taxes and operating costs as additional rent.
• The tenant will also be responsible for all repairs (other than structural repairs), and carrying public liability insurance.
• The landlord will pay the tenant an improvement allowance for leasehold improvements.
• The template includes a Schedule describing Landlord's Work and Tenant's Work.
• This is a fully customizable legal form template. It is intended to be used in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Rent out office or retail business premises in Alberta to a tenant with this Standard Form Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has the option to renew the lease after the initial term expires.
• The lease template contains alternate paragraphs depending on whether the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, or if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• The lease also contains alternate paragraphs for payment of the property taxes, depending on whether the landlord or the tenant will be paying the taxes.
• The tenant agrees not to register the lease against title to the property, but has the right to register a caveat so long as the tenant discharges the caveat at the end of the lease.
• The landlord is not responsible for death or injury to persons on the premises, or for any loss or damage of personal property. The tenant indemnifies the landlord against any claims or actions arising from the lease or the tenant's use of the premises.
• This legal form is intended for use only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

This Statutory Declaration form is to be made by commercial tenants in Alberta upon completion of their leasehold improvements.

• The Statutory Declaration attests:
  • that the tenant's leasehold improvements have been completed,
  • that there are no outstanding construction liens,
  • that neither the lease nor the premises or contents thereof have been used as collateral security to secure a loan.
• This form is available in MS Word format and is easy to download, fill in and print.
• Intended for use only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Rent office, retail shopping or other business premises to a tenant with this comprehensive Arizona Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant agrees to provide an estoppel certificate upon request by the landlord.
• This lease template is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Arizona.

AZ commercial tenants, sublet all or part of your space to a subtenant with this Arizona Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• This sublease can be used for offices, retail shops or other business premises.
• The subtenant must pay a security deposit to the original tenant.
• The subtenant pays rent to the tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The original tenant directs the subtenant to pay rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended for use only in the State of Arizona.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Arizona Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

Notify your business tenants that their leases have been transferred to a new landlord with this Arizona Notice to Tenants of Assignment of Commercial Lease.

• This Notice must be given by the landlord of the building to all leasehold tenants following the sale of the premises to a new owner.
• The Notice also instructs the tenants that rent is now to be paid to the new landlord.
• This landlord tenant notice can be re-used as often as you require.
• This form is available as a downloadable, fully editable MS Word template.
• Intended for use only in the State of Arizona.

AZ commercial landlords, renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this downloadable Arizona Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease.

• The parties agree to the expiry date of the new lease term, and the rental payments for the new term.
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Arizona.

Lease office, retail shopping or other business premises to a tenant with this standard form Arkansas Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Provisions for abatement of rent or termination of the lease in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• This lease agreement template is available in MS Word format.
• Intended for use only in the State of Arkansas.

Sublet all or part of your leased business space to a subtenant with this Arkansas Commercial Sublease Agreement for office or retail premises.

• The subtenant must pay a security deposit to the original tenant.
• The subtenant pays rent to the tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The original tenant directs the subtenant to pay rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Arkansas.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Arkansas Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

Secure the obligations of a corporate tenant (lessee) under a commercial lease in Arkansas with this unconditional and continuing Guaranty of Commercial Lease.

• The guaranty is given by a principal of the company, such as a shareholder, partner, sole proprietor or some other person with a financial interest in the tenant.
• A guarantee of this type is typically required as an inducement to the landlord (lessor) to sign the lease.
• The guarantor guarantees payment of all rent and other amounts due under the lease, including the payment of legal fees incurred by the landlord in enforcing the terms of the lease.

AR landlords, notify your business tenants that their leases have been transferred to a new landlord with this Arkansas Notice to Tenants of Assignment of Commercial Lease.

• The landlord must give notice of the assignment to all leasehold tenants following the sale of the premises to a new owner.
• The Notice also instructs the tenants that rent is now to be paid to the new landlord.
• This is a reusable commercial landlord-tenant notice. Buy it, download it, use it as often as you need to.
• This is a downloadable, fully editable MS Word template.
• Intended for use only in the State of Arkansas.

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this template Arkansas Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form.

• The lease is renewed for an additional period (which can be a full lease term or whatever period of time the landlord and tenant agree to).
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The rental payments for the new term are agreed to.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Arkansas.

Assign your business lease over to a new tenant with this Assignment of Commercial Lease by Tenant form.

• The landlord must consent in writing to the assignment of the lease, and a Consent of Landlord form is included.
• The assignor will remain liable to the landlord during the balance of the lease term for all amounts due under the Lease.
• The landlord does not give up any of its rights under the Lease by consenting to the assignment.
• The assignor releases and waives all of its rights as tenant under the Lease, but is not released from any of its obligations.
• This is a generic legal form which is not country-specific and can be used anywhere that a prescribed form is not required.

Lease commercial business space to tenants with this Australia Retail Premises Lease Agreement.

• The Agreement includes an option to renew, but if the tenant does not renew and continues to occupy the space after the expiry of the tenancy, the lease becomes month to month.
• The lease includes procedures for Consumer Price Index reviews and market rent reviews.
• The tenant must pay service charges for the premises and a proportionate share of outgoings for the building, as well as any GST payable on the lease or the outgoings.
• The security deposit may be paid by cheque or unconditional bank guarantee.
• The tenant is responsible for maintaining risk, public liability, workers compensation and plate glass insurance. The landlord must insure the building for full replacement value.
• The template includes a sample set of Building Rules and Regulations.
• This template is not specific to state legislation and may require changes to be legal under the laws of your state or territory.

Lease commercial property in Australia to a tenant with this Retail Premises Lease with turnover rent provisions.

• Turnover Rent. The tenant agrees to pay turnover rent in addition to base rent. Turnover rent is additional rent which is calculated as a percentage of the sale of goods or services from the premises, less the amount of refunds and credits.
• Rent Reviews. The lease includes a procedure for Consumer Price Index reviews and market rent reviews.
• Renewal. The tenant has the option to renew the lease, but if the tenant does not renew and continues to occupy the space after the expiry of the tenancy, the lease becomes month to month.
• Charges and Outgoings. The tenant must pay service charges for the premises and a proportionate share of outgoings for the building, as well as any GST payable on the lease or the outgoings.
• Security Deposit. The security deposit may be paid by cheque or unconditional bank guarantee.
• Insurance. The tenant is responsible for maintaining risk, public liability, workers compensation and plate glass insurance. The landlord must insure the building for full replacement value.
• Relocation. The landlord has the right to relocate the tenant in the building for purposes of extensive refurbishment or redevelopment.
• The lease template includes a sample set of Building Rules and Regulations.
• Not State Specific. This template does not reference specific state or territorial legislation.

Surrender the balance of a business lease with this Australia Surrender of Lease form for commercial or retail premises.

• The parties agree that the tenant will surrender the premises and the lease will be cancelled and terminated.
• The tenant will pay the landlord an agreed sum to terminate, and will forfeit all security ⁄ damage deposits.
• The landlord and tenant both agree to honor their obligations under the lease until the effective date of the surrender.
• The tenant will remove its trade fixtures and specified leasehold improvements.

Transfer a tenant's lease to the new owner of a BC rental property with this British Columbia Assignment of Lease by Landlord template.

• The Assignment is between the seller (current landlord or "assignor"), the purchaser of the property (new landlord or "assignee"), and the tenant.
• The tenant covenants to pay rent to the new landlord and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The assignor and assignee agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• The Assignment can be used for both commercial and residential rental properties.
• Available in MS Word format, downloadable and customizable.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Rent office or retail business premises in BC to a tenant with this Commercial Lease Agreement for Fixed or Monthly Tenancy.

• This lease contains clauses for either a fixed term or for a month-to-month tenancy.
• Other provisions of the Lease include:
  • responsibilities of each of the parties for payment of services and expenses,
  • landlord's responsibility for repairs and maintenance to the rental premises,
  • termination by either party,
  • provisions for renewal and extension of the lease term.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

BC commercial tenants, sublease your office, retail shopping or other business premises to a subtenant with this British Columbia Commercial Sublease.

• The subtenant will take over all of the space leased to the original tenant.
• The subtenant agrees to abide by all of the terms of the head lease.
• The subtenant will pay the rent to the original tenant, who will continue to pay the rent to the landlord under the head lease.
• The original tenant agrees to enforce the landlord's obligations under the head lease.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

BC landlords, rent out office or retail premises to a tenant with this Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• This lease is a triple net lease carefree to the landlord, and the tenant is responsible for paying all costs associated with the premises, except for the landlord's income taxes.
• The tenant has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien.
• The tenant must provide an estoppel certificate on request by the landlord.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Get your landlord's consent to place a mortgage against your business lease with this British Columbia Consent of Landlord for Tenant Mortgage.

• The commercial tenant needs to secure loan financing by allowing a lender to register a mortgage on the lease by means of a sublease.
• The landlord agrees to provide the lender with information regarding the lease that the lender may require.
• The landlord will give the lender advance notice before terminating the lease because of a default on the part of the tenant.
• The landlord agrees not to seize any of the tenant's equipment or goods for non-payment.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Lease an entire marina in British Columbia to a tenant with this comprehensive and customizable template.

• The lessee (tenant) agrees to use the property solely for operating a marina and related services, such as marine lift, boat launch, and boat repair shop.
• The lease is for a fixed term, but there is a provision for the lessee to hold over as a monthly tenant at the end of the term.
• The lessor (landlord) is under no obligation to provide service to the property or to maintain existing access roads.
• The lessee will pay a security bond to guarantee its obligations under the lease.
• The lessee's use of the property must comply with a schedule of provisos, in accordance with existing environmental legislation.
• Lease fees are payable annually. The lease includes a formula for calculating fees for moorage and ancillary use.

This British Columbia Marina Lease Agreement is a fully editable legal template governed by Canadian and BC laws.

Prepare a Mutual Cancellation of Lease for a business or retail tenant with this easy-to-use template for British Columbia.

• This agreement is only for commercial tenancies. You will need to use a different form for residential tenants.
• The lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant) mutually agree that the lease will terminate as of a specific date.
• All rights and obligations of the parties under the lease are extinguished, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This legal form template is downloadable and fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Prepare a Nondisturbance Agreement for a commercial building in British Columbia with this downloadable template.

• A Nondisturbance Agreement gives your business tenants a measure of comfort that their leases will not be affected by any mortgage placed on the property by the landlord.
• The mortgage lender agrees that, if the landlord fails to make the mortgage payments, the tenant will continue to have the right to quiet possession of the premises, so long as the tenant is not in default under the lease.
• The tenant agrees not to surrender or assign the lease.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Notify your business tenants that their leases have been transferred to a new landlord with this British Columbia Notice to Tenants of Assignment of Commercial Lease.

• The Notice must be given by the seller of the building (current landlord) to all leasehold tenants following the sale of the premises to a purchaser (new landlord).
• The Notice also instructs the tenants that they must now pay the lease payments and other charges to the new landlord.
• The form can be used by both commercial landlords and property managers.
• This form is available as a downloadable, fully editable MS Word template.
• Intended for use only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Are you looking for business space to lease in British Columbia? Prepare an Offer to Lease Commercial Premises with this easy-to-use template.

• The Offer to Lease covers various provisions that will be contained in the formal lease, including:
  • deposit,
  • use of business premises,
  • rent,
  • initial term of the lease, and any rights of renewal,
  • required hours of operation,
  • signage,
  • tenant's additional costs,
  • events which constitute default by the tenant,
  • improvements and alterations.
• Provided in MS Word format, fully editable to meet your exact needs.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

BC commercial landlords, renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this template British Columbia Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease.

• The parties agree to the expiry date of the new lease term, and the rental payments for the new term.
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. Use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Rent a commercial premises in BC to a business or retail tenant with this Short Form Commercial Lease Agreement for British Columbia.

• The lease is for a fixed term (such as one year), but can revert to month-to-month at the end of the term, with the landlord's consent.
• Services provided and paid for by the landlord will be charged to the tenant as additional rent, and will be invoiced on a monthly basis.
• The landlord is solely responsible for repairs to and maintenance of the building.
• The commercial lease can be renewed for a further term, if the tenant elects to do so and is not in default.
• The form is available as a reusable and customizable MS Word document.
• Intended for use only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Assign your interest as lessor under an existing business lease to a new owner with this Assignment of Lease form for California.

• The Assignment must be signed by the seller (current landlord), the purchaser (new landlord), and the tenant.
• The tenant covenants to pay rent to the new landlord and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The seller and purchaser agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• The Assignment is for California commercial premises only. A different form is required for residential tenancies.
• Available in MS Word format.

Lease office or retail space to a business tenant with this California Commercial Lease Agreement template.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant agrees to provide an estoppel certificate upon request by the landlord.
• This lease template is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of California.

Sublet all or part of your business space to a subtenant with this California Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• The Sublease template can be used for office, retail, warehouse or other business premises.
• The subtenant pays a security deposit and the monthly rent to the principal tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The principal tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The principal tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• If the principal tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease, the subtenant is directed to pay the rent directly to the landlord.
• Available in MS Word format, fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of California.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this California Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended to be used only within the State of California.

Secure the obligations of a corporate lessee (tenant) with this California Guarantee of Commercial Lease.

• The Guarantee is absolute, unconditional and continuing.
• The Guarantee is given by a principal of the lessee, such as a shareholder, partner, sole proprietor or some other person with a financial interest in the tenant's business.
• The guarantee is intended to be an inducement to the lessor (landlord) to sign the lease.
• The guarantor guarantees payment of all rent and other amounts due under the lease, including the payment of legal fees incurred by the lessor in enforcing the terms of the lease.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

Cancel an existing lease on business space with this California Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease template.

• This agreement is for commercial tenants only. A different form is required for residential rental properties.
• Both the lessor and lessee mutually agree to terminate the lease as of a specific date.
• The cancellation of the lease extinguishes all the rights and obligations of the parties under the lease, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This form is available as a downloadable and fully editable MS Word document.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this template California Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form.

• The lease is renewed for an additional period (which can be a full lease term or whatever period of time the landlord and tenant agree to).
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The rental payments for the new term are agreed to.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

As a prerequisite to signing a lease on a commercial premises, a corporate tenant must pass a resolution authorizing the lease.

• This downloadable template Resolution form can be used by Canadian companies incorporated federally or in Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nunavut, Yukon and NWT.
• The form is easy to use - just fill it in and print it for signature by the directors. You can re-use it as often as you like.

The landlord will require proof of corporate approval as part of the lease documentation. Buy and download the Canada Directors Resolution Authorizing Execution of Lease form.

Rent shared office space to start-up businesses in a business centre or incubator in Canada with this License to Occupy Agreement

• The Agreement can be used for monthly or weekly rentals.
• The renter (licensee) is provided with temporary office space and shares meeting and conference rooms with other occupants.
• The business centre provides receptionist, telephone, photocopier, fax, Internet and wireless connections.
• The licensee pays a proportionate share of the utility costs for the space occupied.
• Occupants are responsible for insuring their own property.
• The licensee indemnifies the business centre against claims or damages arising from its use of the space or from any breach of the Agreement.
• The laws of landlord and tenant do not apply to this Agreement.

If you run a business centre, you need a good rental agreement that addresses your unique needs. Download the Canada License to Occupy template now.

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Lease a business premises in China with this template Commercial Lease Contract, which favors the tenant.

• The landlord will supply electricity, water and heat to the premises, and will ensure that any defects are remedied.
• The landlord is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and approvals for the use of the premises, and ensuring that the premises complies with all laws and regulations.
• The landlord is responsible for repairs to interior fixtures and to the exterior of the premises.
• It is the landlord's responsibility to maintain adequate property and liability insurance.
• The tenant will pay for any damage to the premises for which the tenant is responsible.
• The tenant may not arbitrarily remodel, rebuild or make changes to the basic structure of the premises.
• The tenant is responsible for obtaining and installing required fire prevention equipment, and carrying out fire safety drills and fire prevention measures.
• The landlord will perform the renovations and the tenant will pay the costs.
• This legal form is available in English language version. A Chinese translation of the document may also be required for it to be legally enforceable.

Lease state-owned land in China with this fully editable Land Lease Agreement.

• The annual rent for the land is established in accordance with relevant State policies and by agreement of the parties' directors.
• The tenant is responsible for paying any additional land fees levied by the State.
• A late payment penalty will be assessed for any rent payment not made when it is due.
• The tenant has the option to extend the lease at the end of the term.
• The tenant must comply with all applicable land use laws and regulations of the PRC, as well as provincial and local policies.
• The land use rights do not include underground resources, public infrastructure or utilities.
• Ownership of the land remains with the State, and the tenant will only have the right to use the land.
• Any development plan must be approved prior to commencement of any construction.

Rent a research laboratory premises in China to a tenant with this Lease Contract for Science Research Facility.

• The premises will be used only for scientific research and operations.
• Prior to the start of the lease period, the landlord will perform any renovations required to render the premises suitable for the tenant's use, and will install utility meters, phone and communications lines, and ensure that smoke detectors, air conditioning and electrical and water lines are functional.
• The tenant has the option to renew the lease prior to the expiration of the initial lease term, and a pre-emptive right to purchase the premises if the landlord intends to sell.
• Either party may withdraw early from the lease, upon written notice and by paying the other party liquidated damages.
• The tenant is responsible for adopting all necessary fire prevention measures, and for maintaining its own insurance.

Obtain a lease commitment for a commercial office building in Beijing prior to its being available for occupancy with this Office Building Pre-Lease Contract.

• The owner of the office building warrants that the building will be free of existing mortgages or potential legal claims.
• Prior to fitting up the building or installing equipment, lighting or advertising that can be seen from outside, the tenant must provide its construction or installation plans to the property manager for approval.
• Upon termination of the Contract, the owner has the right, at its option, to ask the tenant to remove all of its fitting up, alterations and installations from the building.
• The tenant has a pre-emptive right to renew its lease at the end of the term, and to purchase the building in the event that the owner intends to sell.
• The owner is responsible for providing the electricity, coal gas, water and sewage facilities to the building, and the tenant is responsible for paying for the delivery of these services.
• The owner is responsible for the costs of repairing any damage to structural elements, drainage pipes, pipelines, power cables, etc.
• The Contract includes a Pre-Sale Agreement between the parties, setting out the terms under which the tenant would purchase the building from the owner.
• The Contract is in accordance with the Contract Law of the People's Republic of China and the Building Regulations.

Temporarily lease commercial space in China to a business tenant with this Short Term Commercial Lease.

• The tenant will have the option to renew the lease by giving written notice to the landlord prior to the end of the initial term .
• If the tenant holds over after the termination of the lease, the landlord has the right to collect an occupancy fee based on the then current market rental rate.
• Either party has the right to terminate the lease early.
• The tenant shall pay fees for electricity telephone, decoration supervision fees and a decoration security deposit, in addition to the security deposit to be held against nonpayment of rent or damages to the premises.
• The landlord is responsible for paying all taxes and fees payable in connection with the lease of the premises.
• There will be an initial rent-free period for decoration of the premises, during which the landlord will provide the necessary water, electrical supply, lifts and traffic access.
• The tenant must apply to the relevant government department for any required business license, and must observe the laws of the PRC in conducting its business.
• If the government demands repossession of the building for public purposes, the tenant agrees to turn over possession.
• The lease contract includes a set of Building Rules and Regulations governing the use and occupancy of the building by tenants.

Colorado landlords, assign your tenant's lease to a new owner with this template Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

• The Assignment is between the current landlord, the purchaser of the property (new landlord) and the tenant.
• The current landlord assigns the lease to the new landlord, and the tenant covenants to pay rent to the new owner and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The current landlord and the purchaser agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• This form can be used for either commercial or residential rental properties.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Colorado.

Lease office, retail shopping or other business premises to a tenant with this standard form Colorado Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant agrees to provide an estoppel certificate upon request by the landlord.
• The lease template is available as a MS Word download.
• Intended for use only in the State of Colorado.

CO commercial tenants, sublet all or part of your business space to a subtenant with this Colorado Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• The Sublease template can be used for office, retail, warehouse or other business premises.
• The subtenant pays a security deposit and the monthly rent to the original tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• If the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease, the subtenant must pay the rent directly to the landlord.
• This legal contract template is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Colorado.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Colorado Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.
• Intended for use only in the State of Colorado.

CO commercial landlords, cancel an existing lease on office or retail space with this Colorado Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease template.

• This agreement is for commercial tenants only. A different form is required for residential rental properties.
• Both the lessor and lessee mutually agree to terminate the lease as of a specific date.
• The cancellation of the lease extinguishes all the rights and obligations of the parties under the lease, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This form is available as a downloadable and fully editable Word document.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Colorado.

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this template Colorado Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form.

• The lease is renewed for an additional period (which can be a full lease term or whatever period of time the landlord and tenant agree to).
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The rental payments for the new term are agreed to.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Colorado.

Lease a business premises in Beijing to a tenant with this comprehensive template China Commercial Lease Contract.

• The tenant is responsible for payment of electricity, telephone and other such charges. The landlord is responsible for paying taxes and other fees levied with respect to the leased premises.
• The landlord will pay for all repairs and maintenance to the structure and fixed apparatus if the damage is not the fault of the tenant.
• The tenant is responsible for its own insurance.
• The tenant must not transfer, sublease or share the premises with any other party.
• The tenant has a pre-emptive right to renew the lease, or to purchase the premises if the landlord intends to sell.
• The tenant will be granted a rent-free period to refurbish and redecorate the premises for the tenant's purposes.
• This English language template is prepared in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China. A Chinese translation of the document may also be required for it to be legally enforceable.

Secure the obligations of a corporate tenant ⁄ lessee under a commercial lease in Canada with this Commercial Lease Indemnity Agreement.

• The indemnity is given by a principal of the tenant, such as a shareholder, partner, sole proprietor or some other person with a financial interest in the tenant.
• An indemnity of this type is typically required as an inducement to the lessor ⁄ landlord to sign the lease.
• If the tenant defaults in its obligations, the indemnifying party agrees to perform those obligations, including paying all rent and other amounts due under the lease.
• The indemnifying party also indemnifies and saves the landlord harmless against loss, costs or damages suffered by the landlord as a result of such failure.
• The indemnity is absolute, unconditional and irrevocable, and will not be affected by any extension of time, waiver or consent by the landlord, or by the expiration or termination of the lease.

This Canada Commercial Lease Indemnity Agreement template is provided in MS Word format, and is fully editable to meet your exact needs.

Add this Schedule to a commercial lease agreement to set out turnkey provisions for tenant improvements which will be made by the landlord before the commencement date.

• The landlord will build out the premises on a turnkey basis to mutually agreed design specifications.
• The landlord's financial contribution towards the tenant improvements will not exceed a specified limit. Any costs over and above that limit must be paid by the tenant.
• Any schedule delays attributable to the tenant will not extend the commencement date.

Lease a commercial building and adjoined land in Canada to a business tenant with this comprehensive downloadable lease template.

• The lease is for the land and buildings already on the location, or to be constructed at a later date, which are solely at the risk of the tenant.
• This is a net lease, and the tenant is responsible for paying all taxes, charges, rates, expenses, and outgoings related to the premises.
• The tenant must maintain comprehensive liability insurance, all risks physical damage insurance, boiler and pressure vessel and machinery breakdown insurance, in forms and amounts satisfactory to the landlord.
• The tenant shall not request local improvements from the municipality without the landlord's consent.
• The tenant grants the landlord a security interest over all of its present and after acquired personal property, as collateral security for its performance of its obligations under the lease.
• The landlord is not required to maintain, repair or rebuild the leased premises if they are damaged or destroyed.
• This legal template can be used in most Canadian provinces and territories.

Save yourself hundreds of dollars in legal fees. Use the Commercial Net Lease Agreement for Land and Buildings for your tenants.

Commercial tenants, sublet all or part of your business premises to a subtenant with this Commercial Sublease Agreement (Gross Lease).

• Gross Sublease. The sublease is a gross sublease, meaning that the subtenant is responsible for payment of rent only. All taxes, common area costs and other costs are paid by the existing tenant as sublandlord under the sublease.
• Maintenance. The subtenant is responsible for maintaining the premises in good repair and condition.
• Insurance. The subtenant must carry comprehensive general liability insurance naming the sublandlord as additional insured.
• Fixtures. The subtenant has the right to remove its fixtures from the premises but must repair any damage caused by installing or removing the fixtures.
• Environmental Compliance. The subtenant must conduct its business in compliance with environmental laws.
• This is a generic legal form which does not specifically reference the laws of any country or region.
• The form is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable.

Screen prospective business tenants with this UK Commercial Tenancy Application Form.

• Applicants must provide information about the company, its directors, and financial and legal advisors.
• The principal / proprietor of the business must provide personal financial and employment information, as well as trade references.
• Each applicant authorises the landlord or letting agent to conduct credit searches, contact references, and use the information as it deems necessary in considering the application.
• The application form can be used for business, office and retail tenancies anywhere in the United Kingdom.
• This form is available in MS Word format and customisable to meet your specific needs.

Use this sample template to prepare a Tenancy at Will Agreement for temporary commercial premises in the UK.

• This agreement was written in accordance with English laws.
• The parties do not intend the Agreement to create a period tenancy.
• The tenant must pay all rates, taxes and outgoings.
• The tenant may not assign or sublet the premises.
• The tenancy may be terminated at any time without notice.
• Available in Microsoft Word format and fully editable to meet your needs.
• Intended to be used only within the United Kingdom.

Use this free Common Area Maintenance Clause for a commercial lease agreement to customize it for a shopping center or retail condo premises.

• Click the Download button to download the Common Area Maintenance Clause in Microsoft Word format.
• This is a free form which can be inserted into a commercial lease.
• The form does not contain references to any specific legislation and can be used in many jurisdictions.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant agrees to provide an estoppel certificate upon request by the landlord.

Sublet all or part of your business space to a subtenant with this Connecticut Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• This sublease template can be used for office, retail, warehouse or other business premises.
• The subtenant must pay a security deposit and the monthly rent to the principal tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The principal tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The principal tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• If the principal tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease, the subtenant is directed to pay the rent directly to the landlord.
• This legal contract template is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Connecticut.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Connecticut Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your needs.
• INtended to be used only in the State of Connecticut.

If you lease commercial space to business tenants in Connecticut, you should always have this Guaranty form signed at the same time as the lease.

• The Guaranty is unconditional and continuing.
• A director, shareholder, partner, or proprietor must sign as the guarantor.
• The execution and delivery of the Guaranty is a condition of the lease.
• The guarantor's obligation to pay the rent and perform the tenant's obligations under the lease will not be affected by the tenant's bankruptcy or insolvency.
• The guarantor agrees to pay the landlord's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs of enforcing the Guaranty.

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Cancel a business lease of office or retail space with this Connecticut Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease template.

• This agreement is for commercial tenants only. You need a different form for residential rental properties.
• Both the lessor and lessee mutually agree to terminate the lease as of a specific date.
• The cancellation of the lease extinguishes all the rights and obligations of the parties under the lease, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This form is available as a downloadable and fully editable Word document.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Connecticut.

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this downloadable Connecticut Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form.

• The lease is renewed for an additional period (which can be a full lease term or whatever period of time the landlord and tenant agree to).
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The new rental amount for the extended term is set out.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use a different form for residential tenancies.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Connecticut.

Lease space to a business tenant in DC with this comprehensive District of Columbia Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The standard form agreement can be used to lease office or retail space.
• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are for use by all tenants, employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant must provide an estoppel certificate on request by the landlord.
• If the tenant holds over in the premises after the end of the term, the lease reverts to month to month.
• This lease agreement template is a downloadable MS Word document.
• Intended for use only in the District of Columbia.

Lease office, retail or other business premises in Washington D.C. to a tenant with this District of Columbia Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

Before executing a lease with a new corporate tenant, have one of the owners guarantee the business' obligations under this Guaranty of Commercial Lease.

• The Guaranty form is only for leases in the District of Columbia.
• This is a continuing and unconditional guarantee.
• A principal of the company, such as a shareholder, partner, or sole proprietor must execute the form.
• A guarantee of this type is typically required as an inducement to the lessor ⁄ landlord to sign the lease.
• The guarantor personally guarantees payment of all rent and other amounts due under the lease, including the payment of legal fees incurred by the landlord in enforcing the terms of the lease.

NZ landlords, lease office or retail space to a business tenant with this template New Zealand Deed of Lease for Commercial Property.

• Expiry.The Deed of Lease includes a right to renew, but if the tenant does not renew the lease and continues to occupy the space after the expiry of the tenancy, the lease becomes month to month.
• Rent Review. The document sets out a mechanism for current market rent reviews.
• Outgoings and GST. The tenant is responsible for paying service charges for the premises and a proportionate share of outgoings for the building, as well as any GST payable on the lease or the outgoings.
• Maintenance. The tenant is responsible for the care and maintenance of the leased premises.
• Insurance. The landlord must insure the building for full replacement and reinstatement insurance or indemnity to full insurable value on the premises.
• Guarantee. The guarantor guarantees performance of the tenant's obligations and indemnifies the landlord against claims.
• Car Park. Provisions for rental of the car park.
• Sublets. This Deed of Lease form can also be used for subleases.
• Schedules. The file includes a copy of Article 11 of the First Schedule of the Arbitration Act 1996.
• This lease contract template is fully editable and can be easily customised to meet your needs.
• Intended for use only within New Zealand.

Delaware landlords, assign your tenant's lease to a new owner of the property with this easy-to-use Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

• The Assignment is between the current landlord, the purchaser of the property (new landlord) and the tenant.
• The current landlord assigns the lease to the new landlord, and the tenant covenants to pay rent to the new owner and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The current landlord and the purchaser agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• This form can be used for either commercial or residential rental properties.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Delaware.

Lease office, retail shopping or other business space to a tenant with this standard-form Delaware Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant agrees to provide an estoppel certificate upon request by the landlord.
• This lease template is a downloadable MS Word document.
• Intended for use only in the State of Delaware.

DE commercial tenants, sublet all or part of your space to a subtenant with this Delaware Commercial Sublease Agreement for office, retail shopping or other business premises.

• The subtenant must pay a security deposit to the original tenant.
• The subtenant pays the rent to the original tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The subtenant must pay the rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• This legal agreement template is available in MS Word format.
• Intended for use only in the State of Delaware.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Delaware Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

Secure the obligations of a corporate tenant / lessee under a commercial lease in the State of Delaware with this unconditional and continuing Guaranty of Commercial Lease.

• The guaranty is given by a principal of the company, such as a shareholder, partner, sole proprietor or some other person with a financial interest in the tenant.
• A guarantee of this type is typically required as an inducement to the lessor ⁄ landlord to sign the lease.
• The guarantor guarantees payment of all rent and other amounts due under the lease, including the payment of legal fees incurred by the landlord in enforcing the terms of the lease.
• This legal form template is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to meet your exact needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Delaware.

Cancel a business lease of office or retail space with this Delaware Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease template.

• This agreement is for commercial tenants only. You need a different form for residential rental properties.
• Both the lessor and lessee mutually agree to terminate the lease as of a specific date.
• The cancellation of the lease extinguishes all the rights and obligations of the parties under the lease, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This form is available as a downloadable and fully editable Word document.
• Intended for use only in the State of Delaware.

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this downloadable Delaware Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form.

• The lease is renewed for an additional period (which can be a full lease term or whatever period of time the landlord and tenant agree to).
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The new rental amount for the extended term is set out.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use a different form for residential tenancies.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Delaware.

• The Notice is given in accordance with Section 83.20(3), Florida Statutes.
• The tenant must cure the breach within 15 days, failing which the landlord will commence eviction proceedings.
• A Service of Notice form is included to record the details of how the Notice was served on the tenant.
• The file also includes a copy of the relevant section of the Statutes.
• Pay for the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.

Lease business space to a tenant with this comprehensive Florida Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant has an option to renew the lease at the end of the term.
• Optional clauses for payment of the property taxes by either the landlord or the tenant, as agreed to between the parties.
• The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Optional clauses included if (i) the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, and (ii) if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Procedures in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• The tenant accepts the lease subordinate to any mortgage or other lien against the property.
• The tenant agrees to provide an estoppel certificate upon request by the landlord.
• This lease template is provided in MS Word format.
• Intended for use only in the State of Florida.

Sublet all or part of your business space to a subtenant with this Florida Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• The Sublease template can be used for office, retail, warehouse or other business premises.
• The subtenant pays a security deposit and the monthly rent to the principal tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The principal tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease.
• The principal tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• If the principal tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease, the subtenant is directed to pay the rent directly to the landlord.
• This legal form template is available in MS Word format.
• Intended for use only in the State of Florida.

Prepare an Estoppel Certificate to be completed by a commercial tenant with this easy-to-use template for a Florida business premises which is being sold or refinanced.

The Estoppel Certificate sets out:

• pertinent details about the lease,
• the status of the tenancy
• any unpaid amounts of rent, charges or other payments,
• details of any existing default by either the landlord or the tenant,
• any outstanding claims with respect to the lease.

This Florida Commercial Tenant Estoppel Certificate is a downloadable and reusable property leasing form.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Florida Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

• Triple Net Lease. A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs.
• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Taxes and Charges. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Alterations and Repairs. The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Damage or Destruction. Clauses outlining abatement of rent or termination of the lease the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• Subordination. The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.
• This template is available in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Florida

Do you lease commercial space to business tenants in Florida? Always get a Guaranty of the lease executed at the same time that the lease is signed.

• This is an unconditional and continuing guarantee given by a shareholder, partner, proprietor or other person or firm that has a financial interest in the business of the tenant.
• The guarantor's obligations under the Guaranty are not affected by the bankruptcy, reorganization or insolvency of the tenant.
• The landlord has the right to take legal action against the guarantor without having commenced any action against the tenant.

The Florida Guaranty of Commercial Lease is a digital download that you can re-use for each new tenant.

Cancel a business lease of office or retail space with this Florida Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease template.

• This agreement is for commercial tenants only. You need a different form for residential rental properties.
• Both the lessor and lessee mutually agree to terminate the lease as of a specific date.
• The cancellation of the lease extinguishes all the rights and obligations of the parties under the lease, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
• This form is available as a downloadable and fully editable Word document.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Florida.

When you transfer a commercial lease to another party (like a purchaser or a mortgagee), the tenants must be notified. That's when you need this Notice of Assignment form for Florida leases.

• You can re-use the template as often as required to notify all of your tenants of the transfer.
• This form is for commercial leases only and should not be used for residential properties.
• The leasehold tenants are given notice of the name, address and contact details for the new landlord.
• Tenants are instructed that all rent and lease charges are to be paid to the new landlord.
• This legal form can be used by landlords and property managers.
• Intended for use only in the State of Florida.

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this downloadable Florida Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form.

• The lease is renewed for an additional period (which can be a full lease term or whatever period of time the landlord and tenant agree to).
• The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
• The new rental amount for the extended term is set out.
• The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
• This form is for commercial leases only. You will need to use a different form for residential tenancies.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Florida.

Prepare an Assignment of Lease by Landlord with this template form, to assign an existing lease from the current landlord to a new owner following the sale of the property.

• The Assignment is between the current landlord (assignor), the new landlord (assignee), and the tenant.
• The tenant covenants to pay rent to the new landlord and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The assignor and assignee agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• This assignment form can be used for either residential or commercial properties.
• This legal form is available as a MS Word download and is fully editable.
• Intended for use in the State of Georgia.