Commercial Leases Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on commercial leases for uk businesses.
Lease, Licence and Premises Issues for UK Clinical Trial Service Providers
Clinical trial service providers in the UK face property issues that go well beyond rent and term. This guide explains how leases, licences, permitted
14 May 2026
Lease, Licence and Premises Issues for Specialty Grocery Retailers in the UK
Opening a specialty grocery shop in the UK means more than finding the right location. This guide explains the key lease, licence and premises issues to
11 May 2026
Fitout, Access and Use Clauses in UK Leases for Clean Beauty Brands
Fitout, access and use clauses can decide whether a clean beauty brand can actually trade from a leased UK premises. This guide explains what to check
11 May 2026Lease, Licence and Premises Issues for UK Community Sports Clubs
Premises arrangements can make or break a community sports club. This guide explains the difference between a lease and a licence, the key property risks
11 May 2026
Lease Fit-out and Access Clauses for UK Advertising Agencies
Advertising agencies often need more from a leased office than standard desks and meeting rooms. This guide explains the UK lease clauses to check for
10 May 2026How to Lease Office Equipment: Legal Tips
Leasing office equipment can help with cash flow, but the legal terms can create expensive problems if you sign too quickly. Here are the key UK legal
9 May 2026Office Lease Terms UK Performance Marketing Agencies Should Check Before Signing
A UK office lease can create real problems for performance marketing agencies if fitout access, contractor rights, internet installation, approvals and
6 May 2026Key Lease Terms for UK Accounting Firm Premises
Taking office space for an accounting firm is not just about rent and location. Fitout access clauses, alterations consent, contractor access and
5 May 2026Fitout, Access and Lease Terms for UK Product Photography Studios
Leasing a product photography studio in the UK is not just about rent. This guide explains the fitout, access and lease terms that matter most before you
5 May 2026Fitout, Access and Lease Terms for UK Specialty Grocery Retailers
Taking a lease for a specialty grocery shop in the UK is not just about rent. Fitout access, use clauses, landlord approvals, service capacity and repair
4 May 2026
Opening A Cafe In The UK: Legal Requirements And Compliance Checklist
Opening a cafe can feel like the perfect small business idea: a welcoming space, loyal regulars, and a product you can improve every day. But before you put up the “open” sign,...
29 April 2026
Commercial Property Leasing: Key Legal Considerations For Businesses
Finding the right space can be a turning point for your business - whether you’re opening your first shopfront, moving into a larger warehouse, or taking on an office to support a...
28 April 2026
Parking Space Rental Agreement in the UK: Key Contract Terms for Businesses
If your business is renting out a parking bay (or renting one from someone else), it can feel like a small, practical arrangement that doesn’t need much paperwork. But parking space deals...
28 April 2026
Premium Rent in Commercial Leases: When It Applies and What to Check
If you’re about to take on a shop, office, café, warehouse, or other premises, you’ll probably expect to pay “rent”. But sometimes a landlord will also ask for a premium - and...
28 April 2026
Solicitors’ Fees for a Lease Agreement: What Businesses Can Expect to Pay
If you’re about to take on new premises (or renew an existing one), it’s completely normal to feel a bit unsure about the legal costs. A commercial lease can be one of...
27 April 2026
Commercial Units for Rent: UK Legal Checks Before You Sign
Commercial units can raise very different lease, use and fit-out issues depending on the premises. This guide covers the main UK legal checks to work through before you sign.
25 April 2026
Deed of Variation for a Commercial Lease: Costs and Key UK Considerations
If you’re running a small business from leased premises, chances are your commercial lease will need to change at some point. Maybe you’re renegotiating rent, tweaking your repairing obligations, updating a break...
24 April 2026
How To Exit A Commercial Lease Early Without Costly Mistakes
If your business has outgrown its premises (or the premises have outgrown your budget), you might be thinking about ending a commercial lease early. It sounds simple in theory: you move out,...
23 April 2026
How To Start A Restaurant Business In The UK: Legal Steps
Opening a restaurant is exciting - you’ve got a concept, a menu, and (hopefully) a location you can picture full of customers. But if you’re researching how to start a restaurant business...
23 April 2026
Free Lease Agreements in the UK: What to Know Before You Sign
If you’re looking for premises for your café, salon, studio, warehouse, clinic, or first office, it’s completely normal to start by searching for free lease agreements online. On the surface, it feels...
22 April 2026Commercial Lease Incentives: What UK Business Tenants Should Know
If you’re about to take on new premises, you’ll probably hear people talking about lease incentives pretty quickly. On the face of it, a lease incentive sounds like a win: reduced rent,...
21 April 2026Legal Essentials For Salon Owners And Startups In the UK
Starting (or scaling) a salon is exciting - you’re building a brand, a client experience, and a business that can grow into something seriously valuable. But to truly boss your salon, you...
21 April 2026
Lease Documents Explained: What UK Businesses Should Review Before Signing
If you’re about to sign for new premises, it can feel like a huge “finally” moment. You’ve found the right space, the rent looks workable, and you can picture customers walking through...
20 April 2026How Businesses Can Surrender a Commercial Lease in the UK
If your business premises no longer make sense for your budget, your team, or your growth plans, you might be looking for a clean exit. That’s where surrendering a commercial lease often...
17 April 2026
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