Commercial Tenancy Law

Navigating a changing market

New legislation, pressure on returns and a changing property market make tenancy law more complex than ever. You need to balance regulation, economic realities and strategic decisions. What matters is legal advice that is not only sound on paper, but also works in practice.

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A regulated market requires clear choices

The rental market is changing rapidly. Fixed-term tenancies have largely disappeared, mid-market rents are regulated and energy labels now form part of the points system. As a landlord, you are dealing with lower rents, more complex rules and greater uncertainty about returns. At the same time, proceedings before the Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie) and the courts are becoming more frequent.

For developers, investors and housing associations, this calls for a sharp legal and strategic approach.

There is also a lot happening in the retail sector. High rents and energy costs, changing consumer behaviour and online competition put shopping areas under strain. The result is more discussions about rent levels, renegotiation of lease terms and termination of leases. At the same time, sustainability and changes in the use of retail space become increasingly important.

We help to stay in control

We advise on new regulations, lease agreements and disputes. We look beyond the legal framework and focus on what works in practice. This helps you manage risks, avoid disputes and organise your property portfolio in a future-proof way.

Our expertise

  • Leasing and letting of commercial property
  • Drafting and reviewing tenancy agreements
  • Sustainability and energy-related requirements
  • Defects and maintenance
  • Restructuring, including demolition, renovation and major maintenance
  • Qualification issues
  • Assignment and transfer of leases
  • Rent disputes and rent reviews
  • Notice and termination
  • Insolvency
  • Healthcare real estate

Who we work for

We work for public authorities, professional property managers, investors, entrepreneurs, housing associations and healthcare institutions.

Track record

Recent cases Commercial Tenancy Law

  • Various disputes and proceedings for housing corporations specialised in housing for the elderly in respect of requests for rent review for a healthcare institution with a view to changed healthcare funding
  • Negotiations and drafting lease agreements for the relocation of a Swedish industrial company