Commercial Tenancy Documents

Guides to commercial tenancy documents in Ireland, including commercial leases and licences to occupy business premises: what each document does, the terms it normally contains and where it fits in letting a business property.Common questionsWhat is the difference between a commercial lease and a licence to occupy?A lease gives the tenant an interest in the property for a fixed term. A licence is a personal permission to use the premises, usually for a short period, without the same rights.Do I need a solicitor for a commercial lease?Commercial leases are long-term commitments with significant financial consequences, so both landlords and tenants normally take advice from a solicitor before signing.OnlineLegalServices.ie is not a solicitor’s practice. Where a document in this section needs a solicitor, its page is an information guide only and nothing is for sale. You can find a regulated solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory, or join our no-fee waiting list.