Real Estate
Industrial Building Lease
Connecticut
Can a landlord terminate an industrial building lease before the agreed upon end date?
I am currently leasing an industrial building for my manufacturing business, and we have encountered financial difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our landlord recently informed us that they would like to terminate the lease before the agreed upon end date as they have found another tenant willing to pay a higher rent. We have invested a significant amount of money into customizing the space for our specific needs and are concerned about the financial impact of relocating. I would like to know if the landlord has the right to terminate the lease early and what options are available to protect our business interests in this situation.
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Real Estate
Connecticut
Samantha O.
ContractsCounsel verified
March 20, 2025
Hello there! Great question. The lease should discuss early termination options, if any. I'd be happy to review the lease for you and confirm this. Have a great day!
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