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Grant of Commercial Leases

Before the grant of a lease to a prospective tenant and the terms that should be included in a lease and what should be required from a prospective tenant as…

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Before the grant of a lease to a prospective tenant is agreed, there are legal requirements landlords and tenants must meet. Grants of a lease are lengthy and complex documents that must be created by professionals to ensure they are legal and compliant. For landlords, these documents can also be costly, so making sure they are correct is important for both landlords and tenants.

The commercial property team at TV Edwards are experts in grants of commercial leases and are available to advise landlords of the necessary information needed, before and during the granting of a lease process.

Understanding Granting a Commercial Lease

A grant of commercial lease gives tenants possession of a property for a specific amount of time. This lease will define rights for both the landlord and the tenant over the specified fixed term, this includes rent amounts, maintenance and repairs. 

Commercial leases are typically fixed term and either a business tenancy within the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 or contracted out.

Key Steps in Creating a Grant of Commercial Lease

Before the grant of a lease to a prospective tenant and the terms that should be included in a lease and what should be required from a prospective tenant as a precondition to the grant of a new lease, the following vital factors require careful consideration:

  • A lease should generally be a full repairing and insurance lease. In other words, the lease should obligate the tenant to carry out the repairs of premises for a lease of a part or the whole of the building as appropriate and require the tenant to keep the premises adequately insured.
  • The obligation for the tenant to pay for the insurance, service charge and other outgoings should be expressly incorporated in the lease.
  • The landlord should agree with the tenant as to what activities are to be carried out at the property and allow an appropriate user clause to be inserted in the lease.
  • The rent and the rent review period should also be agreed in advance

In addition to the above, evidence of the financial standing, knowledge and the experience of the tenant should be a prerequisite condition. The provision of the relevant evidence and reference letters should be requested from the tenant at the outset.

The grant of a commercial lease to any tenant will most certainly require the lender’s written consent if there exists a registered charge against the property; we will endeavour to obtain this consent from your lender in a timely manner. Most importantly prior to granting any lease to a prospective tenant it is imperative to scrutinise and consider what planning use the property has been afforded by the local authority. In the absence of a specific use the alternative would be for the landlord to allow the prospective tenant a right to make an appropriate application to the local authority for the required planning use.

Related Commercial Property Services

Authorised Guarantee Agreements
Assignment of Leases and Underleases
Deed of Variations
Grant of Commercial Leases
Licence for Alterations
Purchase of Business Assets
Purchase of freehold and Leasehold Commercial Properties
Rent Deposit Deeds
Statutory and Non-statutory Lease Extensions

Our Approach to Granting Commercial Leases

The above considerations are not exhaustive, we aim to discuss all your requirements and evaluate the legal capacity of the premises or property before a lease is issued. This is to ensure any grant of commercial lease is created and finalised in a timely and experienced manner. 

Our Commercial Property Team offer a personal, friendly and professional service to all of our clients and will be able to assist you with your matter. If you have an enquiry and would like to speak with one of our specialist lawyers, please call us today on 0203 440 8000.

Client Testimonials

TV Edwards Solicitors has a long history of excellent legal services and has been in existence for many years. I recently used them for a property purchase, and the process was completed in a timely manner. Even though there were some hiccups from the other party regarding their lack of efficient responses, it was truly great timing and excellent effort for completion. Thanks to Edwyn Traill and the rest of the team for the outstanding outcome.
— Botan 27.02.26
Juanita Francis has now helped me with two property purchases and I cannot recommend her services highly enough. From start to finish, I’ve experienced the highest levels of professionalism and support from her and her team. Their communication is clear and timely. We had a difficult sale/purchase this time round and it was very reassuring to have Juanita and team represent us.
— 30.01.26
TV Edwards provided exceptional conveyancing services, expertly managing my property transaction alongside a complex family court matter. Their team demonstrated outstanding professionalism, understanding my unique circumstances and tailoring their approach to ensure a smooth and efficient process. Despite the added complexities, they maintained excellent communication, keeping me informed at every stage and offering clear, practical advice. Their attention to detail and dedication to resolving challenges gave me complete confidence throughout. The seamless coordination between their conveyancing and family law teams was invaluable. I highly recommend TV Edwards for their expertise, efficiency, and personalised service during challenging times.
— THE 22.11.24
Juanita and the team working with her have provided a thorough service from the start to the end. She guided us through the process with professionalism and gave clear and concise advice. Always kept us in the loop and didn’t require constant chasing, to the contrary, Juanita was the one who made it possible for our house completion to go through on time despite the best efforts of the other parties’ solicitors to drag their heels. I strongly recommend Juanita, her team and TV Edwards in general.
— Client 19.03.24
I would like to express my gratitude to Juanita Francis and her entire team for the FANTASTIC work that they did in relation to my remortgage and purchase. From the beginning, Juanita, was patient and kind enough to explain the process of remortgaging and purchasing to me. Even when my purchase fell through (through no fault of hers), she very encouraging and reassuring in her approach, and this gave me a sense of hope. Throughout the duration of the remortgage and purchase, I was always informed by email or by telephone on the progress that was being made. Additionally, Juanita and her team were always easy to approach when I was unsure about certain aspects and were supportive about my concerns. They offered sound, knowledgeable advice always in a calm and professional manner. Juanita and her team went the extra mile and were very proactive. This really helped make the conveyancing process as stress free as possible. Knowing that I had a solicitor who had my back certainly made all the difference. I plan to renew the lease for my flat and will most definitely instruct Juanita and her team again. I unreservedly recommend Juanita and her team. Once again, THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH FOR YOUR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION.
— Ebele Isamah-Opene 29.02.24
I am very happy with the speed and quality of service I am getting for purchase of a property and would definitely consider using the other services of the firm.
— Saadia 28.02.24
I sold my home through TV Edwards. Great service and communication. I would send an email and I would get a response back within minutes. They were able to explain statements to me and what I needed to provide. They were recommended to me and I would certainly recommend them to anyone else.
— Chloe 24.01.24
I’ve used TV Edwards previously and always found the team to be reliable and proactive. My recent transaction proved to be quite challenging at times, but Edwyn was very thorough and continually chased the other parties involved to ensure we completed without the need to reapply for another mortgage, which would have incurred further costs. Edwyn went above and beyond and was kind enough to minimum his costs, regardless of additional work required. I would certainly recommend TV Edwards and will use them again.
— Lesley 16.11.23

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TV Edwards are proud to be recognised in the Times Best Law Firms 2025 and 2026, with Lexcel and Cyber Essentials accreditations. Everyone at TV Edwards upholds the highest standard of professionalism and transparency. Our expertise in Commercial Property law guarantees that your needs are considered and met with diligence.

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Grant of Commercial Lease FAQs

What is the difference between a grant of a lease and an assignment of a lease?

A grant of lease is a new lease that has been created for a property. An assignment of a lease is the transfer of a lease from the current tenant to a new tenant.

Can you end a commercial lease early?

Unless there is a specified ‘break clause’ within the lease, commercial leases usually cannot be ended early. A break clause usually states a specific date in which the lease can be broken without penalty. 

A landlord can approve an early end to a lease, however this needs to be agreed by both the tenant and the landlord.

Another way in which a lease can end early is a ‘forfeit clause’, which is often used when tenants don’t pay rent or service charges. However, this is often a lengthy process, as this can be challenged by tenants.

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