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As an entrepreneur, you can rent business premises for a short period, but the rules vary significantly by type. For 290 business premises (retail/hospitality), a separate regulation applies to leases of two years or less; for 230a business premises (office/storage), the situation is different.
Two types of commercial space
Tenancy law distinguishes between 290 business premises (such as shops, hospitality establishments, and takeaway businesses, with a space accessible to the public) and 230a business premises (other spaces such as offices, storage, and practice rooms). Tenant protection differs fundamentally, and this has implications for short-term leases.
Short-term rental at a 290 business space
For 290 business premises, where location is often crucial, strong tenancy protection applies with terms of, in principle, five plus five years. However, there is an exception for leases of two years or less: in that case, the protective terms and termination rules do not apply, allowing you to rent or lease flexibly for short periods.
Short-term lease on a 230a business property
With a 230a business premises, there is much more contractual freedom and no fixed minimum terms. The most important protection is eviction protection: after the end of the lease, the tenant can ask the court for a stay of eviction. Short-term leases are easy to agree upon here.
Clearly record the term and type
Whether you are renting or letting, clearly specify the type of space involved and the applicable term. An incorrect classification or an unintentional exceeding of the two-year limit can unintentionally lead to full tenant protection. Therefore, have the contract reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I allowed to rent a retail space for a short period?
Yes, for a 290 business premises of two years or less, an exception applies, meaning the protective periods do not apply.
What happens if I go over the two-year mark?
In that case, the full tenancy protection of the 290 Regulation may still take effect. Monitor the time limit carefully.
What is the difference compared to an office space?
An office or storage facility is usually a 230a business premises with greater contractual freedom and eviction protection only.
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