Commercial Lease Agreement Templates by State

What Is a Commercial Lease Agreement?

A Commercial Lease Agreement is a formal document signed by the landlord (lessor) and the lessee renting business property - for example, an office or industrial space. This contract gives the lessee the right to use the property in exchange for payment to the landlord. There is a misconception about lease agreements being used only to rent apartments and homes, which is not true. Companies also can use leases to rent out offices or entire buildings to use for various business purposes. Since it is cheaper for a company to rent commercial space than to buy this property, it makes total sense for a business to enter into a commercial real estate lease.

Alternate Names:

  • Commercial Real Estate Lease;
  • Commercial Property Lease.

Commercial Lease Agreements vary from state to state. You can find a template for each of the fifty states in the table below or make your own agreement using our online form builder.

Alabama

Hawaii

Massachusetts

New Mexico

South Dakota

Alaska

Idaho

Michigan

New York

Tennessee

Arizona

Illinois

Minnesota

North Carolina

Texas

Arkansas

Indiana

Mississippi

North Dakota

Utah

California

Iowa

Missouri

Ohio

Vermont

Colorado

Kansas

Montana

Oklahoma

Virginia

Connecticut

Kentucky

Nebraska

Oregon

Washington

Delaware

Louisiana

Nevada

Pennsylvania

West Virginia

Florida

Maine

New Hampshire

Rhode Island

Wisconsin

Georgia

Maryland

New Jersey

South Carolina

Wyoming

A Residential Lease Agreement is a related document used when the landlord rents property to the individual. This contract can be used to lease any type of habitable property – a house, an apartment, or a room. A Sublease Agreement is a document signed by the original lessee (in this case - the sublessor) and an individual who wants to rent the same space (sublessee). With the landlord's consent, the sublessee can rent the property from the lessee. This form is widely used for commercial and residential leases alike.

Where Can I Get a Commercial Lease Agreement Form?

If you want to find an office space or to rent out units in your building for commercial use, it is necessary to negotiate an agreement to clarify expectations, write down rights and obligations of the parties, and talk about any concerns the landlord and the lessee may have about the property and the type of business to be conducted there.

How to Draft a Commercial Lease Agreement?

There are three main types of commercial lease agreements:

  1. Gross lease. The landlord pays all or most costs and expenses.
  2. Net lease. The lessee has to pay all or some taxes, maintenance, or insurance.
  3. Percentage lease. The lessee pays rent and gives the landlord a percentage of monthly sales.

Generally, agreement for commercial lease includes the following information:

  • Names and contact information of both parties;
  • Address of the property that is rented and its specific description;
  • Duration of the agreement;
  • Rights and responsibilities of the landlord and the lessee;
  • Description of the business to be conducted on the property;
  • Amount of rent and the payment method;
  • Security deposit clause;
  • Requirements in relation to upkeep, maintenance, and changes to the property;
  • Signatures of both parties and mutual agreement to enter into a lease contract.

Determine the conditions of the agreement before committing to a lease to reduce the probability of negative consequences. Think about the current and the future needs of the business (possible downsizing or growth), the subletting, and potential improvements to the property.


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This type of document is a template that can be used to create a lease agreement. It helps outline the terms and conditions between a landlord and a tenant for renting a property.

This document provides a template for a lease agreement, which is a legally binding contract between a landlord and tenant for the rental of a property. It outlines the terms and conditions of the lease, including rent amount, duration of the lease, and responsibilities of both parties.

This document outlines the terms and conditions of a lease agreement including twenty-two important points. It provides a standardized template for both landlords and tenants to ensure clarity and protection for both parties involved in the leasing process.

This document is a template for a lease agreement between a salon owner and a booth or station renter. It provides details about the terms and conditions of the lease and helps protect the interests of both parties involved.

This document is a template that outlines the terms and conditions of an office lease agreement between a landlord and tenant. It is used to formalize the rental of office space, including details such as rent payments, lease duration, and maintenance responsibilities.

This document provides instructions for entering into a commercial lease agreement in Arizona. It outlines the steps and key considerations for both landlords and tenants.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Vermont. It outlines the terms and conditions of leasing a commercial property, such as rent, duration of lease, and responsibilities of both the landlord and tenant.

This document is a commercial lease agreement template specifically designed for use in Connecticut. It provides a legally binding contract between a landlord and tenant for the rental of commercial property. Use this template to outline the terms and conditions of the lease, including rent, lease duration, maintenance responsibilities, and more.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Arizona. It outlines the terms and conditions for renting a commercial property.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in California. It outlines the terms and conditions for renting a commercial property in the state, such as rent payments, lease duration, and tenant responsibilities.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Illinois. It outlines the terms and conditions for the rental of commercial property.

This type of document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Missouri. It outlines the terms and conditions for renting commercial property.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Nebraska. It is used by landlords and tenants to outline the terms and conditions of renting a commercial property.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of New Hampshire. It outlines the terms and conditions of the lease agreement between a landlord and a tenant for a commercial property.

This document for creating a legal agreement between a landlord and tenant for a commercial lease in Arkansas. It outlines the terms and conditions of the lease, including rent, duration, and responsibilities of each party.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Delaware. It outlines the terms and conditions between a landlord and a tenant for the lease of a commercial property.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Kansas. It outlines the terms and conditions for leasing commercial property and is used by landlords and tenants to establish a legally binding agreement.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in the state of Maryland. It outlines the terms and conditions of a leasing agreement between a commercial landlord and tenant.

This document is used for creating a commercial lease agreement in the state of Nevada. It provides a template for landlords and tenants to outline the terms and conditions of the lease for a commercial property.

This document is used for creating a legally binding agreement between a landlord and tenant for the lease of commercial property in North Carolina. It outlines the terms and conditions of the lease, including rent, duration, and responsibilities of both parties.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in Ohio. It outlines the terms and conditions of leasing commercial property in the state. Use this form to create a legally binding agreement between a landlord and a tenant.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement in Rhode Island. It is used by landlords and tenants to outline the terms and conditions of a commercial lease agreement in the state.

This document is a template for a commercial lease agreement specifically for South Dakota. It outlines the terms and conditions of a lease agreement between a landlord and a tenant for a commercial property in South Dakota.

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