Connecticut warehouse lease agreement template

Connecticut Warehouse Lease Agreement

This Warehouse Lease Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of this [Date] day of [Month], [Year], by and between [Landlord's Full Legal Name], a [Landlord's Business Entity Type, e.g., Connecticut LLC], with a principal place of business at [Landlord's Full Address] (“Landlord”), and [Tenant's Full Legal Name], a [Tenant's Business Entity Type, e.g., Connecticut Corporation], with a principal place of business at [Tenant's Full Address] (“Tenant”).

Premises

• The Landlord leases to the Tenant, and the Tenant leases from the Landlord, the warehouse premises (the “Premises”) located at [Full Street Address of Warehouse], [City, Connecticut], with the following legal description: [Legal Description of Property, referencing Book and Page numbers in Town Clerk's Office].
• The Premises consists of approximately [Square Footage] square feet, including [Number] loading docks.
• Floor load capacity is [Pounds per Square Foot] per square foot. Ceiling height is [Ceiling Height in Feet] feet.
• The Premises includes [Number] loading bays, each with dimensions of [Width] x [Height]. Overhead doors specifications: [Specifications, e.g., type, material, dimensions, remote control access].
• Option A: The Premises includes exclusive use of the following: [List exclusive use areas, e.g., parking spaces, office area].
• Option B: The Premises includes shared use of the following: [List shared use areas, e.g., parking lot, loading docks, common hallways].
• Racking systems are/are not included: [Specify if racking systems are included, describe type and capacity, and indicate ownership/responsibility for maintenance].
• Outdoor storage areas included: [Describe location and size of any outdoor storage].
• A site plan is attached as Exhibit A.

Use

• The Premises shall be used solely for warehouse and distribution purposes, including storage, light assembly, and logistics.
• Option A: Permitted Activities: [List all allowed activities, e.g., order fulfillment, product packaging].
• Option B: Restricted Activities: [List all prohibited activities, e.g., retail sales, hazardous material processing].
• Tenant shall comply with all applicable Connecticut State Building Code, local zoning regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Tenant shall not change the use of the Premises or sublet any portion thereof without Landlord’s prior written consent.

Term

• The term of this Lease shall commence on [Start Date] (the “Commencement Date”) and shall expire on [End Date] (the “Expiration Date”).
• Option A: Renewal Option: Tenant shall have the option to renew this Lease for an additional term of [Number] years, provided Tenant gives Landlord written notice of its intent to renew at least [Number] months prior to the Expiration Date.
• Option B: Holdover: If Tenant remains in possession of the Premises after the Expiration Date without a written agreement, such holdover shall be a month-to-month tenancy, subject to all the terms and conditions of this Lease, except that the monthly rent shall be [Percentage]% of the then-current monthly rent.

Rent

• The monthly base rent for the Premises shall be [Dollar Amount], payable in advance on the first day of each month.
• A security deposit of [Dollar Amount] is due upon execution of this lease. The security deposit shall be held in accordance with Connecticut law.
• Option A: Rent Escalation: The monthly base rent shall increase annually by [Percentage]%.
• Option B: Rent Escalation: The monthly base rent shall be adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
• Acceptable payment methods: [List acceptable payment methods, e.g., check, wire transfer].
• A late fee of [Dollar Amount] will be charged for any rent payment received more than [Number] days after the due date.
• Interest on overdue payments shall accrue at a rate of [Percentage]% per annum.
• Responsibility for Connecticut sales, use, and property taxes: [Specify who is responsible for these taxes, e.g., Tenant pays sales tax, Landlord pays property tax].

Utilities and Services

• Option A: Landlord shall be responsible for the following utilities and services: [List Landlord's responsibilities, e.g., water, sewer].
• Option B: Tenant shall be responsible for the following utilities and services: [List Tenant's responsibilities, e.g., electricity, gas, HVAC, sprinklers, trash removal, snow removal].
• Responsibility for pest control: [Specify who is responsible for pest control].
• Responsibility for fire alarm and sprinkler inspections as required by the municipality: [Specify who is responsible for these inspections].

Common Area Maintenance (CAM)

• Option A: Landlord shall be responsible for all Common Area Maintenance (CAM) costs.
• Option B: Tenant shall pay its pro rata share of Common Area Maintenance (CAM) costs, which shall be [Percentage]% of the total CAM costs. CAM costs include maintenance of loading docks, driveways, roofs, parking areas, and snow removal.
• Landlord shall provide Tenant with an annual reconciliation of CAM costs.

Repairs and Maintenance

• Landlord shall be responsible for maintaining the roof, structure, and building envelope of the Premises, subject to reasonable wear and tear.
• Tenant shall be responsible for maintaining the floors, doors, dock equipment, and leasehold improvements in good repair and condition.
• All repairs shall be performed in a timely and workmanlike manner.

Tenant Improvements

• Tenant shall not make any alterations or improvements to the Premises without Landlord’s prior written consent.
• All improvements shall comply with all applicable Connecticut permitting and inspection requirements.
• Option A: Upon termination of this Lease, Tenant shall remove all improvements and restore the Premises to its original condition.
• Option B: Upon termination of this Lease, all improvements shall become the property of the Landlord.

Fire Safety and Hazardous Materials

• Tenant shall comply with all applicable fire safety codes as promulgated by the Connecticut State Fire Marshal.
• Tenant shall be responsible for maintaining all fire suppression systems in good working order.
• Option A: Tenant shall not store any hazardous materials on the Premises without Landlord’s prior written consent and in compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Option B: Tenant is permitted to store the following hazardous materials: [List Permitted Hazardous Materials], and must maintain all required Connecticut DEEP permits.
• Tenant shall immediately report any spills or releases of hazardous materials to Landlord and the appropriate authorities.

Insurance

• Landlord shall maintain property insurance on the Premises.
• Tenant shall maintain commercial general liability (CGL) insurance with minimum coverage of [Dollar Amount] per occurrence.
• Tenant shall maintain property and inventory insurance covering its personal property on the Premises.
• Tenant shall name Landlord as an additional insured on its CGL policy and shall provide Landlord with a certificate of insurance annually.
• Tenant waives its right of subrogation against Landlord to the extent of Tenant's insurance coverage.

Permits and Compliance

• Tenant shall be responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary permits and licenses for its operations on the Premises, including a Certificate of Occupancy.
• Tenant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including those related to environmental protection, safety, and health.

Inspection and Access

• Landlord shall have the right to enter the Premises at reasonable times to inspect the Premises, make repairs, or show the Premises to prospective tenants or purchasers, with [Number] hours' notice to Tenant, except in cases of emergency.
• Landlord shall exercise reasonable efforts to minimize any disruption to Tenant’s business operations.

Assignment and Subletting

• Tenant shall not assign this Lease or sublet any portion of the Premises without Landlord’s prior written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Industry-Specific Standards

• Tenant shall comply with all applicable industry-specific standards, including OSHA warehousing safety regulations.

Landlord's Lien

• Landlord shall have a lien on Tenant’s personal property located on the Premises to secure the payment of rent and other obligations under this Lease, subject to Connecticut law.

Casualty Loss and Eminent Domain

• If the Premises are damaged by fire or other casualty, this Lease shall terminate unless Landlord elects to repair the Premises within [Number] days. Rent shall abate during the period of repair.
• If the Premises are taken by eminent domain, this Lease shall terminate, and Tenant shall be entitled to compensation for its loss of leasehold interest.

Move-In and Move-Out

• Tenant shall conduct a move-in inspection of the Premises and document any pre-existing damage.
• Upon termination of this Lease, Tenant shall surrender the Premises in good condition, broom clean, and free of all debris, reasonable wear and tear excepted.
• Tenant shall remove all its personal property from the Premises.
• Landlord shall return the security deposit to Tenant within [Number] days after termination of this Lease, less any deductions for damages or unpaid rent, in accordance with Connecticut law.

Default and Remedies

• If Tenant fails to pay rent when due or otherwise breaches this Lease, Landlord shall have the right to terminate this Lease and re-enter the Premises, subject to Connecticut law.
• Tenant shall have [Number] days to cure any monetary default.
• Landlord may pursue all available remedies at law or in equity, including damages for breach of contract.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

• This Lease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut.
• Any legal action arising out of or relating to this Lease shall be brought in the Superior Court for the judicial district where the Property is located.
• Option A: Dispute Resolution: The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes arising out of or relating to this Lease through negotiation and mediation before initiating litigation.
• Option B: Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Lease shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Exhibits

• Exhibit A: Site Plan
• Exhibit B: Utility Layout
• Exhibit C: Inventory of Warehouse Equipment (if applicable)
• Exhibit D: Current Certificate of Occupancy
• Exhibit E: Applicable Rules and Regulations

Environmental Matters

• Option A: Environmental Matters: The Property is not located on or near a brownfield site.
• Option B: Environmental Matters: The Property is located on or near a brownfield site and Landlord agrees to provide Tenant with all relevant environmental reports and information.
• Tenant shall comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

Notices

• All notices required or permitted under this Lease shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by reputable overnight courier to the addresses set forth above.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Lease as of the date first written above.

Landlord:

____________________________
[Landlord's Signature]

[Landlord's Printed Name]

Tenant:

____________________________
[Tenant's Signature]

[Tenant's Printed Name]

[Notary Acknowledgement for Landlord - Connecticut Specific]

State of Connecticut, County of [County Name]

On this, the [Day] day of [Month], [Year], before me, the undersigned officer, personally appeared [Landlord's Printed Name], known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged that he/she executed the same for the purposes therein contained.

____________________________
[Notary Public Signature]

[Notary Public Printed Name]

[Notary Public Seal]

My Commission Expires: [Date]

[Notary Acknowledgement for Tenant - Connecticut Specific]

State of Connecticut, County of [County Name]

On this, the [Day] day of [Month], [Year], before me, the undersigned officer, personally appeared [Tenant's Printed Name], known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged that he/she executed the same for the purposes therein contained.

____________________________
[Notary Public Signature]

[Notary Public Printed Name]

[Notary Public Seal]

My Commission Expires: [Date]