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Industrial Property

Make sure the premises are a pleasant place to work. Check the condition carefully. Remember you and your staff may spend a great deal of time in your office. The office environment can even influence whether you attract and retain people.

Location is also important for those you do business with. If you hold meetings with your clients, suppliers or colleagues at your office, it is helpful to them if the premises are convenient to visit.

Check whether the office has other features such as air-conditioning, natural light, parking spaces, lifts, good lift(if necessary), good security, 24 hour access seven days a week or access for people with disabilities.

Car parking may be available but sometimes not included in the lease. In such case, there should be a separate written agreement covering all aspects.

Carefully consider how much it will cost to fit out the office space as this can add a considerable expense to your business.

If you plan to partition your office space, you may need approval from both your landlord and the local Council as your plans will need to comply with the Building Code of Australia.

Also if you plan to put up signs outside the building, you will need approval from your landlord and the local Council.

Retail Property

Unlike other areas of commercial property leasing in New South Wales, there is legislation covering leasing of shops and other retail premises. The retail Leases Act 1994 sets out the leasing retail shops for businesses, landlords and their agents.

The minimum term for retail lease is regarded as 5 years under s.16 the Act (including any option periods.) However as the lessee you can waive this minimum requirement by obtaining a certificate from your solicitor stating that this clause has been explained to you and you have elected to waive this requirement.

It is important to find the right location for your retail business. Think about your customers, including how and where they shop.

Contact local real estate agents to help you in your search for retail premises.

Think about how much space you'll need. Although this can be hard especially if you are starting up in business, it is important to think about the space needed for items such as fittings,equipment, storage etc as well as the display and traffic areas. you'll need enough space when your business grows.

Nearby parking can be a factor in the success of some businesses.

Pedestrian traffic levels can also influence the volume of turnover.

Look at other businesses close to the premises you like and consider their strengths and weaknesses.

If you want to operate a food business, you will need approval from your local Council and in some cases, you may also need approval from the Water Board.