There are a number of matters to be considered if a business decides to lease its business premises. This paper analyses the items which should be considered, which include:-
- Location
 
- Term of Lease
 
- Option Period
 
- Option Exercise Date
 
- Rent
 
- Rent Payment Dates
 
- Rent Increases
 
- Shopping Centre Contributions
 
- Other Promotional Levies
 
- Permitted Uses
 
- Trading Hours
 
- Air Conditioning
 
- Electricity
 
- Other Services
 
- Painting
 
- Refit
 
- Plant within Premises
 
- Repairs and Maintenance
 
- Car Parking
 
- Rates (Local Government)
 
- Water Rates and Charges
 
- Land Tax
 
- Security Services
 
- Insurance
 
- Super Rent
 
- Other Tenants
 
- Agents
 
- Leased Premises Register