Commercial tenants in Boston and throughout Massachusetts enter into an agreement when leasing from a property owner. In some cases, tenants can make certain types of improvements or renovations to the property with the landlord’s approval. In this case, the commercial tenant will need to enter into a contract with a general contractor so that both parties can ensure all needs are met. Contact Calabrese Law Associates today for help with the commercial tenant and general contractor agreements.
Table of Contents
- Understanding General Contractor Agreements With Commercial Tenants
- What to Know About General Contractor Agreements With Commercial Tenants
- Legal Issues That May Arise
- What Our Construction Attorneys Can Do For You
Understanding General Contractor Agreements With Commercial Tenants
There are several things you should include in a construction contract for commercial tenants. These items include:
- The names of all parties involved in the agreement.
- A description of the project.
- A schedule for the construction, including start and end dates.
- A payment plan, including who will make them and when.
- A clause about how the contractor will handle unexpected delays.
- The insurance information.
What to Know About General Contractor Agreements With Commercial Tenants
Commercial tenants rent or lease a property from the owner. Tenants must get the landlord’s permission before beginning construction on a commercial property. A commercial lease agreement should state what improvements the tenant can request and the process for doing so.
If a landlord allows tenants to make certain types of improvements or renovations, the tenant will hire a general contractor. Commercial tenants and general contractors work together, even though the tenant doesn’t own the property. Therefore, an agreement between the two parties must adhere to the property owner’s regulations laid out in the lease agreement.
Legal Issues That May Arise
Several types of legal disputes could arise during a tenant’s commercial property improvement. However, we’ll focus on the issues that might occur between the general contractor and the tenant. Examples of these disagreements include:
- Breach of contract by either the general contractor or the tenant.
- Disputes about payment, including how unexpected costs are handled.
- Disagreements about the performance of the work.
- Injuries that occur to a third-party individual.
- Delays to project completion, especially if they push the project outside the designated timeframe.
- Fraud by either party.
- Material issues that compromised the safety and structural integrity of the property.
What Our Construction Attorneys Can Do for You
If you develop a contract before starting construction, you’ll reduce the likelihood that a dispute will arise. Our attorneys at Calabrese Law Associates understand how to write general contractor agreements with commercial tenants. We’ll create a contract that benefits both parties and meets all requirements from the state and landlord.
In the event of a dispute between the parties, a well-written contract can help minimize the concerns. Additionally, our experienced firm can help you through the litigation process to quickly resolve these issues if necessary.
Contact the Construction Lawyers From Calabrese Law Associates Today
Work with our experienced construction contract attorneys to form a written plan. Calabrese Law Associates will help you develop a satisfying commercial tenant construction contract in the greater Boston area. Meet the needs of all parties involved with the help of our expert lawyers. Our firm will also offer assistance in resolving any disputes that may arise. Please contact us today for more information about contracts for commercial tenants.
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