Why do you need the advice of an attorney to negotiate a San Diego commercial lease? What are the most important issues to consider in order to successfully negotiate a commercial lease in San Diego that meets your business objectives while protecting your interests adds profit to your bottom line.
Experienced San Diego Commercial Real Estate Attorneys
As experienced real estate attorneys who have served the San Diego business and commercial real estate communities for almost four decades, we are well prepared to help negotiate a commercial lease that will advance your company’s goals. Commercial leases here in San Diego have become quite complex over the years, and it is important to make sure that every detail is addressed properly within your lease. Commercial leases extend over longer periods of time, and oversights or negotiation shortfalls will affect profits for many years to come.
It might surprise you to learn that there is no “standardized” commercial lease here in San Diego County. While the property owner may have a lease they want to use, you can be sure it has been tailored to give all the protections to the lessor (the owner or management company of the property).
Your Attorney to Negotiate a San Diego Commercial Lease
Your Watkins Firm commercial real estate attorney understands the importance of maintaining a good working relationship with the property owner throughout negotiations on a commercial lease. We also know all of the hidden traps that can allow a property owner to pass expenses on to their business leasing clients. An effective commercial lease doesn’t simply address square footage, included utilities and services and duration, it should clearly establish who is responsible for all contingencies and clearly define every issue from access, to janitorial services to how many parking spots are set aside for your company.
The process to negotiate a San Diego commercial lease usually begins with the submission of an outline of the terms you are looking to incorporate into the lease and or the submission of proposed changes to the “form lease” of the property owner. For example, it might be important to seek limitations on when or how the landlord can raise the rental costs and/or associated fees as well as the amount of increase which accompanies each change.
Your Commercial Lease Should Include Provisions to Protect Your Own Interests
Any effective commercial lease negotiation should include protections for the lessee. What types of tenants will share the space(s) around you on your floor or in your building? What responsibilities does the lessor have to ensure the property and adjoining parking lot and facilities are kept clean and in good condition? What access are you to have to important things such as rest rooms, a break or kitchen area and even parking spaces in the lot? What if you need more space as your company grows? What happens if the landlord isn’t holding up their end of the bargain?
The terms of a commercial lease should be carefully crafted to be as clear and concise as possible. The attorneys at the Watkins Firm will discuss the needs of your business, review proposed leases and work with you to make sure your commercial lease provides you with the flexibility and protections you need. We invite you to review the strong recommendations of our clients and contact the Watkins Firm or call 858-535-1511 for a complimentary consultation today.
