Commercial lease termination in Belgium: rights of landlord and tenant
The commercial lease in Belgium offers both tenants and landlords a solid legal position. The termination of a commercial lease is subject to strict rules and requires an accurate knowledge of the Commercial Lease Law.
Minimum duration and extension
A commercial lease is concluded in Belgium for a minimum duration of 9 years. The tenant has the right to renew the lease for successive periods of 9 years, unless the landlord invokes a valid reason for termination.
Termination by the landlord
The landlord may terminate a commercial lease in certain cases, subject to compliance with the legal notice periods and grounds for termination: own use, demolition or remodeling, or serious deficiencies on the part of the tenant. For termination without good cause, the landlord is liable for an eviction fee, usually one year's rent.
Termination by the tenant
The tenant may terminate the commercial lease at the end of each three-year period, subject to 6 months' notice via service by the huissier de justice or registered letter. Early termination may result in compensation to the landlord.
Novex Lawyers in commercial lease disputes
Novex Lawyers assists landlords and tenants in commercial lease disputes, termination, eviction and damages before the corporate court or the justice of the peace in Brussels.
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