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Complying with Building Codes in Commercial Rentals
The landlord’s lease may include an innocuous-sounding clause entitled “Compliance with Laws.” Contrary to what you might think, this does not mean that you are simply being asked to be a law-abiding business-person.
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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance in Commercial Rentals
If your business serves members of the public, or you have 15 or more employees, the federal Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) makes both you and your landlord responsible for assuring that the premises are accessible to disabled persons.
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Environmental Issues in Commercial Spaces
For some businesses, especially those renting industrial space in a building where polluting substances such as solvents may have been used, you’ll need to do some additional work, such as arranging an environmental inspection, before you sign a lease.