Premises lease agreement — what to look out for

The most common pitfalls in lease agreements and how to avoid them.

Start with the parties to the agreement and the subject of the lease. Describe the premises, their fittings and technical condition in detail — ideally in a handover protocol with photos.

Check the rules on rent, additional charges and the deposit. The agreement should clearly state who bears each cost and when, and when the deposit will be returned.

Read the termination provisions carefully: the notice period, form and grounds. In occasional leases (najem okazjonalny) additional formal requirements apply, and failing to meet them can deprive the landlord of important rights.

Before signing, it is worth having a lawyer review the draft — a small cost compared with the risk of a dispute.

This article is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is worth discussing individually.

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