Whether you are looking for business premises, considering or negotiating a commercial lease, already leasing premises or dealing with a leasing problem or dispute, we can help.
Need commercial tenancy advice?
The SBDC provides free information and guidance to WA small businesses and landlords on commercial tenancy and commercial leasing matters. Our commercial tenancy advisers can help you understand your commercial lease, your options and what you may need to consider before signing, during your lease or when a lease is ending.
You can talk to an adviser about:
- finding and leasing business premises
- understanding commercial leases and lease terms
- negotiating a commercial lease
- rent, rent reviews and outgoings
- the Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985
- issues that arise during a lease
- problems or disputes with your landlord or tenant
- Options an next steps in your lease agreement
Our advisers provide practical information and guidance, including initial advice about commercial tenancy disputes. We cannot provide legal advice about your lease.
When booking an appointment, you can select to meet with an adviser online (via Microsoft Teams) or over the phone.
Call us on 133 140 Book an appointment
Have a commercial tenancy dispute?
If you have a dispute with your landlord or tenant and want help resolving it, contact us.
We help landlords and tenants with commercial tenancy disputes, whether or not the lease is covered by the Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985.
We can assist with disputes about:
- rent and rent reviews
- outgoings
- repairs and maintenance
- lease obligations
- lease options, renewal or assignment
- ending or exiting a lease
Depending on your circumstances, we may assist through information and guidance, early intervention, case management or subsidised mediation.
Call us on 133 140 Tell us about your leasing dispute
Not sure where to start?
Talk to one of our commercial tenancy advisers and we'll help you understand your options.
Looking for commercial lease information?
Explore our business premises information to learn about choosing premises, understanding and negotiating a commercial lease, resolving leasing problems and ending a lease.
FAQs
Can you help with a commercial lease dispute?
Yes. We can provide initial advice and, depending on the circumstances, assist with early intervention, case management or subsidised mediation.
Do you provide legal advice?
No. Our advisers provide practical information and guidance, but cannot provide legal advice. For legal advice, speak with a lawyer experienced in commercial property or retail leasing.
Does the advice apply if my lease is not covered by the Commercial Tenancy Act?
Yes. We can provide information and guidance on commercial tenancy matters whether or not your lease is covered by the Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985.
