The Delivery Report: An Essential Document In Commercial Lease Agreements

The delivery report serves as a crucial document in any commercial lease agreement, as it provides a detailed record of the condition of the leased space at the start of the lease. It therefore constitutes important evidence for the redelivery of the leased space at the end of the lease term. In this blog, we highlight the key considerations relating to delivery reports in the leasing of commercial property, including both retail and office space.

Delivery in tenancy law: legal considerations at the start and end of the lease

A delivery report documents the condition of the leased space at the start of the lease and serves as the reference point for redelivery at the end of the term. It therefore plays a central role in the landlord-tenant relationship. The presence – or absence – of a delivery report at the end of the lease can have significant consequences, particularly in discussions regarding damage or repair obligations.