Green leases for commercial property
The idea of ‘green’ leases for commercial property is becoming increasingly important as policies drive all parts of the economy towards net-zero. Yet many commercial landlords and tenants are still unsure about about what a green lease should contain, and who should...
How to obtain possession of commercial property
Commercial landlords rely on rent to cover the costs of running their premises and to maintain income. When a tenant stops paying rent, damages the property, refuses to leave at the end of a lease, or occupies without any legal right, swift action is often needed. One...
Liability of former commercial tenants and guarantors
If your tenant defaults on the rent or breaches their commercial lease in some other way, you may be able to call on a former tenant or a guarantor to pay arrears or remedy breaches. This will only be possible if you follow the correct process and act promptly. ...
Agreements with highways authorities
If you develop a site and your scheme includes new roads, you will probably want to get them adopted by the local highways authority. This will shift the long-term burden of maintenance to the highways authority, but there may be short term costs involved which you...