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Letter of Intent to Lease

This Letter of Intent to Lease ("LOI") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Landlord Name], with a registered office at [Landlord Address] ("Landlord"), and [Tenant Name], with a registered office at [Tenant Address] ("Tenant").

1. Introduction

The Landlord owns and operates the commercial property located at [Property Address] ("Property"). The Tenant is interested in leasing the Property for the purpose of [Tenant's Business].

2. Lease Terms

The parties agree to the following preliminary lease terms, subject to the execution of a definitive lease agreement ("Lease"):

Lease Term: [Lease Term] years, commencing on [Start Date] and ending on [End Date].
Monthly Rent: [Monthly Rent] Kenyan Shillings (KES) per month, payable in advance on the first day of each month.
Security Deposit: [Security Deposit] Kenyan Shillings (KES), payable upon execution of the Lease.
Use of Premises: The Property shall be used solely for [Tenant's Business].
Tenant Improvements: The Tenant shall be responsible for all tenant improvements to the Property, subject to the Landlord's prior written approval.
Utilities: The Tenant shall be responsible for all utilities, including but not limited to electricity, water, and gas.
Insurance: The Tenant shall maintain insurance coverage for the Property, including but not limited to liability insurance and property damage insurance.
Maintenance: The Landlord shall be responsible for the maintenance of the Property's common areas. The Tenant shall be responsible for the maintenance of the Property's interior.
Option to Renew: The Tenant shall have the option to renew the Lease for an additional [Renewal Term] years, subject to the Landlord's prior written approval.

3. Due Diligence

The Tenant shall have the right to conduct due diligence on the Property, including but not limited to:

Inspection of the Property: The Tenant shall have the right to inspect the Property at reasonable times and with reasonable notice.
Review of Documents: The Landlord shall provide the Tenant with all relevant documents relating to the Property, including but not limited to the title deed, survey plan, and building plans.

4. Binding Effect

This LOI is not a binding agreement. The parties agree to negotiate and execute a definitive Lease within [Number] days of the date of this LOI. If a Lease is not executed within the specified time frame, this LOI shall be null and void.

5. Governing Law

This LOI shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya.

6. Entire Agreement

This LOI constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

7. Amendments

This LOI may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

8. Severability

If any provision of this LOI is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

9. Notices

All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier service, addressed as follows:

If to the Landlord: [Landlord Name] [Landlord Address]

If to the Tenant: [Tenant Name] [Tenant Address]

10. Waiver

No waiver of any breach of any provision of this LOI shall constitute a waiver of any other or subsequent breach.

11. Binding Effect

This LOI shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Letter of Intent to Lease as of the date first written above.

Landlord:

[Landlord Signature]

[Landlord Printed Name]

Tenant:

[Tenant Signature]

[Tenant Printed Name]

Introduction
Lease Terms
Due Diligence
Binding Effect
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Amendments
Severability
Notices
Waiver
Binding Effect

Case Laws

Relevant Case Laws

J.N.A. Realty Corp. v. Cross Bay Chelsea, Inc. (1977) - This case, decided by the New York Court of Appeals, established the principle that options to renew in leases must be exercised in strict accordance with the terms of the lease. This case is relevant to the option to renew clause in the LOI, as it highlights the importance of clearly defining the terms of the option to renew to avoid future disputes.
Kenya Commercial Bank Ltd v. Trust Bank Ltd (2003) - This case, decided by the Kenyan Court of Appeal, established the principle that a contract is not binding unless it is in writing and signed by both parties. This case is relevant to the binding effect clause in the LOI, as it emphasizes the need for a written and signed agreement to create a legally binding contract.
Mombasa Municipal Council v. Republic (1971) - This case, decided by the Kenyan High Court, established the principle that a lease agreement must be registered with the relevant authorities to be valid. This case is relevant to the LOI, as it highlights the importance of registering the Lease with the relevant authorities to ensure its validity.

Conclusion

This Letter of Intent to Lease outlines the preliminary terms of a potential lease agreement between the Landlord and the Tenant. It is not a binding agreement, but rather a framework for further negotiations. The parties agree to negotiate and execute a definitive Lease within the specified time frame.

TLDR

This Letter of Intent to Lease is a non-binding agreement outlining the preliminary terms of a potential lease agreement between the Landlord and the Tenant. The parties agree to negotiate and execute a definitive Lease within the specified time frame.