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    Commercial Office Lease Agreement

    Lease agreement for office space, retail premises, or commercial property — including fit-out, signage, and business use provisions.

    Updated:
    Legal Basis: Civil and Commercial Code Sections 537-571; Commercial Lease Act provisionsEst. Cost: THB 10,000–40,000 for lawyer-drafted lease

    When to Use

    When leasing office space, shophouse, co-working space, or commercial premises in Thailand.

    Key Clauses

    Premises Description

    essential

    Exact location, floor, unit number, usable area (sqm), parking spaces, and common areas.

    Lease Term

    essential

    Duration (3 years max without Land Office registration; 30 years max). Renewal options and rent review.

    Rent & Deposits

    essential

    Monthly rent, security deposit (typically 3-6 months for commercial), advance rent, and common area fees.

    Permitted Use

    essential

    Specific business activities allowed. Restrictions on noise, hazardous materials, etc.

    Fit-Out & Reinstatement

    essential

    Tenant's right to modify premises. Reinstatement obligation on lease end.

    Signage Rights

    recommended

    Whether tenant can install external signage. Size, placement, and approval process.

    Assignment & Subletting

    recommended

    Whether tenant can assign or sublet. Usually requires landlord consent.

    Warnings

    Commercial leases over 3 years must be registered at the Land Office.

    Commercial deposits are typically much higher than residential (3-6 months vs 1-2 months).

    Fit-out costs are usually not refundable — negotiate with this in mind.

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