
Tenancies Mandatory Code of Conduct
A recent case decided upon by the NSW Supreme Court has provided clarity on the application of the Mandatory Code of Conduct for retail and commercial tenancies. The code (introduced in April and in force until 31 December 2020) intends to appropriately balance the business interests of tenants and landlords while in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Leasing: Save the Date!
Any lease which contains an option will specify the time in which the tenant has to exercise the option. Retail leases place an obligation on the landlord to let the tenant know the date is coming up. Commercial leases do not. Whilst most lawyers advise their clients of this time frame, which is usually no more than 9 months and no less than 3 months before the expiry of the term, you should
