Kansas office lease agreement template

Kansas Office Lease Agreement

This Kansas Office Lease Agreement (the "Lease") is made and entered into as of this [Date], by and between [Landlord's Full Legal Name], a [Landlord's Entity Type, e.g., Kansas Corporation], with a mailing address of [Landlord's Mailing Address], phone number [Landlord's Phone Number], and email address [Landlord's Email Address] ("Landlord"), and [Tenant's Full Legal Name], a [Tenant's Entity Type, e.g., Kansas Limited Liability Company], with a mailing address of [Tenant's Mailing Address], phone number [Tenant's Phone Number], and email address [Tenant's Email Address] ("Tenant").

Premises

Option A: Landlord hereby leases to Tenant, and Tenant hereby leases from Landlord, the office space located at [Building Name], [Building Address], Suite/Floor [Suite/Floor Number], legally described as [Legal Parcel Description] ("Premises"). The Premises contains approximately [Rentable Square Footage] rentable square feet and [Usable Square Footage] usable square feet, as determined by BOMA standards [or *specify local Kansas practice*].

Option B: The Premises includes the exclusive use of [List Exclusive Areas, e.g., Suite A] and the shared use of [List Shared Areas, e.g., reception area, conference room, restrooms].

Parking: Tenant shall have the right to use [Number] parking spaces, located [Location of Parking Spaces]. Parking access will be granted via [Card/Key Pass details]. After-hours building access is governed by the following procedures: [After-hours procedures].

Use

Option A: The Premises shall be used solely for general office purposes and activities legal under Kansas law.

Option B: The Premises shall not be used for any retail, residential, medical, or industrial purposes without Landlord's prior written consent. Tenant shall not use the Premises for any purpose that violates any Kansas statute, local code, or ordinance.

Prohibited Uses: Tenant is expressly prohibited from using the premises for [List of Prohibited Uses, e.g., operating a retail business, storing hazardous materials, any activity that violates Kansas law].

Kansas Compliance: Tenant covenants to comply with all relevant Kansas statutes and local codes, including Wichita/Kansas City [or relevant municipality] zoning, building, accessibility, fire/life safety, anti-discrimination, and health ordinances.

Term

Option A: The initial term of this Lease shall commence on [Commencement Date] and expire on [Expiration Date].

Option B: Early Occupancy: Tenant shall be permitted to enter the Premises for build-out purposes beginning on [Early Occupancy Date], subject to all terms and conditions of this Lease.

Holdover: Any holdover by Tenant beyond the expiration date shall be governed by Kansas holdover tenancy rules and shall be construed as a month-to-month tenancy at [Percentage]% of the then-current monthly rent.

Renewal: Tenant shall have the option to renew this Lease for an additional term of [Renewal Term Length] years, provided Tenant gives Landlord written notice of its intent to renew at least [Number] months prior to the expiration date.

Right of First Refusal/Offer: Tenant shall have the [right of first refusal / right of first offer] on Suite [Suite Number] upon its availability. Landlord must provide written notice to tenant no less than [number] days prior to offering the space to any third party.

Rent

Option A: Base Rent: The annual base rent for the Premises shall be [Annual Rent Amount], payable in monthly installments of [Monthly Rent Amount], due on the [Day] day of each month.

Option B: CAM/Operating Expenses: In addition to base rent, Tenant shall pay its proportionate share of CAM/operating expenses, estimated to be [Estimated Annual CAM Amount], payable monthly. Landlord will provide an annual reconciliation of CAM expenses. The calculation of Tenant's pro-rata share is [Calculation of pro-rata share].

Property Taxes: Tenant shall pay its proportionate share of property taxes, calculated as [Calculation of Tenant's share].

Escalation: The base rent shall be increased on [Date] and every [Number] years thereafter by [Percentage]% [or *Indexed to CPI*].

Security Deposit: Tenant shall deposit with Landlord a security deposit of [Security Deposit Amount], to be held in a Kansas trust account and returned to Tenant within [Number] days after the expiration of the Lease, less any deductions for damages or unpaid rent as permitted by Kansas law.

Payment: Rent shall be paid by [Permitted Payment Methods, e.g., check, ACH transfer] to [Payment Address].

Late Fee: A late fee of [Late Fee Amount] will be charged for any rent payment received more than [Number] days after the due date, not to exceed limits allowed under Kansas law.

Kansas Taxes: Tenant is responsible for all applicable Kansas state and local taxes or assessments levied on Tenant’s operations or personal property.

Building Management, Utilities, and Services

Option A: Building Management Fees: Building management fees are included in the CAM charges outlined above.

Option B: Utilities: Tenant shall be responsible for the payment of the following utilities: [List of Utilities Tenant Pays, e.g., electricity, gas]. Landlord shall be responsible for the payment of the following utilities: [List of Utilities Landlord Pays, e.g., water, sewer].

HVAC: HVAC will be provided during normal business hours, which are [HVAC Hours]. After-hours HVAC usage will be billed to Tenant at a rate of [After-hours HVAC Rate].

Janitorial: Landlord shall provide janitorial services [Frequency of Services].

Snow Removal: Landlord is responsible for snow and ice removal on the property.

Tenant Improvements

Option A: Allowance: Landlord shall provide Tenant with a tenant improvement allowance of [Improvement Allowance Amount] to be used for improvements to the Premises.

Option B: Plans Approval: All improvement plans must be approved by Landlord in writing prior to commencement of work.

Contractor: Tenant shall use a licensed and insured contractor approved by Landlord.

Permitting: Tenant is responsible for obtaining all necessary City of Kansas permits for the improvements.

Kansas Lien Act Compliance: Tenant is responsible for complying with the Kansas Lien Act with respect to all improvements made to the Premises.

ADA Compliance: Tenant is responsible for ensuring all improvements comply with ADA and Kansas Accessibility guidelines.

Restoration

At the expiration or termination of this Lease, Tenant shall remove all alterations and improvements made by Tenant (unless Landlord requests in writing that certain improvements remain), repair any damage caused by such removal, and leave the Premises in broom-clean condition in accordance with Kansas environmental and safety regulations.

Repair and Maintenance

Option A: Landlord Responsibilities: Landlord shall maintain the roof, foundation, exterior walls, and common areas of the Building, as well as the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Option B: Tenant Responsibilities: Tenant shall maintain the interior of the Premises, including but not limited to interior walls, doors, and flooring.

Kansas Habitability: Landlord shall maintain the premises in accordance with Kansas statutory duties for habitability and minimum building standards.

Reporting: Tenant shall immediately report any property damage to Landlord.

Right of Entry: Landlord shall have the right to enter the Premises for inspection and repairs with reasonable notice, except in emergencies, as per Kansas statutes.

Water Intrusion/Mold Remediation: Protocols for water intrusion and mold remediation will follow Kansas law.

Equipment

Tenant shall not install or use any equipment that would overload the electrical or mechanical systems of the Building. Landlord approval is required for any roof/satellite/antenna placements, in accordance with Kansas telecommunication statutes.

Insurance

Tenant shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with a minimum limit of [Liability Insurance Amount] per occurrence.

Tenant shall also maintain property insurance for Tenant's personal property and business interruption insurance.

Landlord shall maintain building coverage insurance.

Certificate of Insurance: Tenant shall provide Landlord with a certificate of insurance evidencing the required coverage, compliant with Kansas insurance laws.

Indemnity and Waiver

Tenant shall indemnify and hold harmless Landlord from any claims arising from Tenant's use of the Premises, subject to any limitations imposed by Kansas law.

Fire, Casualty, and Condemnation

In the event of fire, casualty, or condemnation, the Lease shall terminate, or rent shall abate, as provided by Kansas law. Landlord will provide required Kansas condemnation notices.

Safety, Emergency, and Continuity of Operations

Tenant shall comply with all Kansas fire/life-safety codes and participate in fire drills.

Access, Signage, and Branding

Tenant shall have access to the Building during normal business hours. Tenant may install signage subject to Landlord's approval and local Kansas sign codes.

Parking and Loading Dock

Tenant's parking allocation and policy are outlined above. The building also has available [loading dock information, e.g., loading dock access].

Move-in and Move-out

Tenant shall comply with Landlord's move-in and move-out procedures.

Abandoned Property

Any abandoned fixtures or equipment shall be handled, disposed of, or stored per Kansas Commercial Code and relevant city ordinances.

Assignment and Subletting

Tenant shall not assign this Lease or sublet the Premises without Landlord's prior written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Landlord has right of financial review and recapture.

Default and Remedies

In the event of a default by Tenant, Landlord shall have all remedies available under Kansas landlord-tenant law, including but not limited to eviction, acceleration of rent, and a landlord's lien, subject to Kansas law.

Landlord Default

Tenant shall have the option to cure landlord’s default and right to self-help or abatement within limits of Kansas law.

Compliance with Laws

Tenant shall comply with all employment and anti-discrimination laws in Kansas.

Limitation of Liability

Limitation of liability and waivers will conform to enforceability under Kansas contract law.

Governing Law and Venue

This Lease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas. Venue for any action arising out of this Lease shall be in [County Name] County District Court, Kansas, or the Federal Court of Kansas.

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of this Lease shall be resolved through negotiation, mediation, and, if necessary, litigation [or specify arbitration forum if agreed and enforceable under Kansas procedure].

Confidentiality

Tenant shall maintain the confidentiality of the lease terms and building security procedures.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Lease due to a force majeure event, including Kansas-recognized events such as tornado, flood, and power grid interruptions.

Local Municipal Taxes

Tenant is responsible for complying with local municipal taxes such as Kansas City E-911 fees or business personal property tax, with responsibility for filings and payment.

Building Specific Rules

The following are building specific rules: [List any specific building rules].

Notice

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 email to the addresses set forth above.

Representations and Warranties

Each party represents and warrants that it has the authority to enter into this Lease.

Entire Agreement

This Lease constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

Amendment

This Lease may be amended only by a writing signed by both parties.

Severability

If any provision of this Lease is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Successors and Assigns

This Lease shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

Counterparts/Electronic Signature

This Lease may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Electronic signatures are permitted and valid under the Kansas Uniform Electronic Transactions Act.

Additional Disclosures

[Include any additional Kansas-specific disclosures, such as radon disclosure, past property code violations, or flood risk].

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

____________________________

[Landlord's Full Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Landlord's Printed Name and Title]

____________________________

[Tenant's Full Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Tenant's Printed Name and Title]