Pre-Lease (Commercial) Documents
Tenant Application Form (Commercial)
Used to collect essential tenant details, including business registration, directors, financial references, and trading history
Company and Director Credit Check Consent Form
Authorises the landlord to run credit checks on the tenant company and its directors. Essential for verifying financial standing and avoiding future arrears
Business References & Trading History Form
Captures trade references, bank details, and previous landlord contacts. Useful for due diligence and verifying reputation in the business community.
Offer to Lease / Letter of Intent (Commercial)
Outlines proposed lease terms—rent, deposit, premises use, and duration—before drafting the final lease. It acts as a non-binding agreement to proceed with negotiations
Tenant Due Diligence Checklist (Commercial)
A landlord’s checklist ensuring all compliance checks (CIPC registration, VAT status, financials, BEE certificate, etc.) are completed before final approval.
Condition & Compliance Inspection Report
Documents the Pre-Lease physical and legal condition of the premises before occupation, including safety, zoning, health compliance, and occupational readiness.
Deposit & Guarantee Agreement (Commercial)
Sets out the amount, handling, and conditions of the rental deposit or bank guarantee in accordance with the lease and South African law.
Commercial Lease Agreement (Template)
A well-drafted lease tailored for commercial use, including clauses for rent escalation, maintenance, insurance, subletting, default, and termination—aligned with CPA exemptions for juristic tenants.