Real Estate

Commercial Lease

Also known as: office lease, retail lease

Landlord–tenant contract for office, retail, or industrial space.

~12 min Attorney-reviewed 4.7 average ratingLast updated Jul 2026

What is a Commercial Lease?

A Commercial Lease is one of the most commonly used documents in real estate. It sets out the terms clearly between the parties involved, reducing the risk of misunderstandings later. Depot Laws's version is drafted by attorneys and adapted to your jurisdiction as you answer the questionnaire.

When do you need one?

Use a Commercial Lease whenever you want a written record of the arrangement — for your own protection, for the other party's clarity, and to have something enforceable if a dispute arises.

What's included

  • Parties and identifying details
  • Core terms of the arrangement
  • Jurisdiction-specific clauses
  • Signature blocks and dating

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