Breach of Lease Warning Letter (Commercial Lease)

This Warning Letter can be used to remind a tenant in breach of the lease agreement of their obligations, and to give them a chance to remedy the breach before sending a notice to vacate.

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Last updated January 13, 2025

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Breach of Lease Warning Letter (Commercial Lease)

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What is a breach of lease warning letter (commercial lease)?

A breach of lease warning letter is a formal notice to a commercial tenant reminding them of their lease obligations and alerting them to a breach that must be remedied to avoid further action.
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When should you use a breach of lease warning letter (commercial lease)?

Use this letter when a tenant has breached their commercial lease, but you wish to give them an opportunity to fix the issue before considering termination or eviction.
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What should be in a breach of lease warning letter (commercial lease)?

The letter should clearly state the breach, reference the relevant lease terms, specify what must be done to remedy the breach, and set a deadline for compliance.
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Breach of Lease Warning Letter (Commercial Lease)
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The Legal Risk Score of a Breach of Lease Warning Letter (Commercial Lease) Template is Medium

Our legal team have marked this document as medium risk considering:

  • The document may help resolve a risky situation for both parties.
  • The requirement for the lessee to confirm receipt of the notice by reply email might pose a risk if the lessee fails to comply, as non-confirmation could affect the procedural validity of the notice.
  • The document does not specify the consequences or remedies available if the lessee fails to rectify the breach by the stipulated deadline, leaving the lessee uncertain about the potential repercussions.

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