Commercial Leases of Office Space - Drafting Pitfalls

Introduction

Poorly drafted commercial leases of office space (such as part of a building) can lead to many disputes both during and after the end of the lease. This is often due to the use of 'standard leases precedents' where there hasn't been enough attention to the detail.

This webinar will look at the usual issues that need to be carefully addressed when using such precedents.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Definition of demised premises & physical issues to look out for
• Rights and easements needed, fire escapes etc
• Parking arrangements and licences
• Repairing covenants and terminal dilapidation claims
• Alterations - landlord's control/tenants' flexibility
• Improvements & compensation
• Security of tenure - should you give it away?
• Rent review
• Service charges
• MEES - who pays for it?
• User clauses and the new use classes PD rights
• Possible resurgence of covid pandemic?

This webinar was recorded on 8th February 2023