Salon Lease Agreement Template Free: Commercial Lease for Salon Business

Landlord: [Full Legal Name / Business Name], mailing address: [Address].

Tenant: [Full Legal Name / Business Name], mailing address: [Address].

1. Premises

1.1. Leased Space. Landlord leases to Tenant the following commercial space (the "Premises"): [Full Address, Suite/Unit Number, City, State, ZIP].

1.2. Included Areas. The lease includes: [suite/storefront area / back room / storage / restrooms / parking spaces].

1.3. Condition at Move-In. Tenant accepts the Premises in its current condition, except for agreed repairs listed here: [List or "None"].

2. Lease Term

2.1. Start Date. The lease term begins on [Date].

2.2. End Date. The lease term ends on [Date], unless terminated earlier under this Agreement.

3. Rent

3.1. Base Rent. Tenant will pay base rent of $[Amount] per month.

3.2. Due Date. Rent is due on the [Day] of each month.

3.3. Payment Method. Rent must be paid by check to [Payee/Payment Details].

3.4. Late Fees. If rent is not paid within [X] days after the due date, a late fee of $[Amount or %] applies.

4. Security Deposit

4.1. Deposit Amount. Tenant will pay a security deposit of $[Amount] before move-in.

4.2. Use of Deposit. The deposit may be applied to unpaid rent, unpaid fees, damage beyond normal wear, cleaning required due to Tenant's failure to maintain the Premises, or other lawful charges.

4.3. Deposit Return. The deposit will be returned within [X] days after move-out, minus lawful deductions, to the forwarding address provided by Tenant.

5. Permitted Use

5.1. Salon Use. Tenant may use the Premises only for operating a salon business, including: [hair services / nails / esthetics / barbering / spa services / retail products], and any other use approved in writing by Landlord.

5.2. Compliance. Tenant must comply with all applicable laws, licensing rules, health and sanitation requirements, and building rules.

5.3. No Illegal or Nuisance Use. Tenant will not use the Premises for unlawful activities or in a way that unreasonably disturbs others.

6. Utilities and Services

6.1. Utilities Responsibility. Utilities will be paid by:

• Tenant: [electric / gas / water / trash / internet]

6.2. Service Interruptions. Temporary interruptions for repairs or maintenance do not reduce rent, unless required by law.

7. Maintenance and Repairs

7.1. Tenant Responsibilities. Tenant is responsible for keeping the Premises clean and sanitary and for routine maintenance and interior repairs, including: [HVAC filters / plumbing fixtures / interior surfaces], unless otherwise required by law.

7.2. Landlord Responsibilities. Landlord is responsible for: [roof / structural components / exterior walls / base building systems], unless damage is caused by Tenant.

7.3. Damage Reporting. Tenant must promptly notify Landlord of leaks, hazards, or conditions that could cause damage.

7.4. Access for Repairs. Landlord may enter the Premises with reasonable notice to inspect, repair, or show the Premises, except in emergencies.

8. Alterations, Build-Out, and Equipment

8.1. Alterations Require Approval. Tenant may not make alterations without Landlord's prior written consent. This includes installing plumbing lines, sinks, ventilation, wall changes, or electrical upgrades.

8.2. Permits and Contractors. Tenant is responsible for permits, licensed contractors, and code compliance for approved work.

8.3. Restoration at Move-Out. Landlord may require Tenant to restore the Premises to its prior condition, except for improvements Landlord agrees may remain.

9. Signage and Branding

9.1. Signage Approval. Tenant may install signage only with Landlord's written approval and in compliance with building rules and local ordinances.

9.2. Removal. Tenant must remove Tenant-installed signage at move-out and repair any resulting damage.

10. Insurance and Liability

10.1. Tenant Insurance. Tenant will maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $[Amount] per occurrence and property coverage for Tenant's equipment and inventory.

10.2. Proof of Insurance. Tenant will provide certificates of insurance upon request and upon renewal.

10.3. Responsibility for Business Operations. Tenant is responsible for Tenant's services, products used, employees/contractors, and client interactions.

10.4. Indemnification. To the extent permitted by law, Tenant will indemnify and hold harmless Landlord from claims arising from Tenant's negligence or breach of this Agreement.

11. Taxes, Fees, and Common Area Costs

11.1. Property Taxes. Responsibility for property taxes is: Landlord.

11.3. Business Taxes and Licenses. Tenant is responsible for business taxes, sales tax, and any licenses related to Tenant's operations.

12. Assignment and Subleasing

12.1. No Assignment Without Consent. Tenant may not assign this Agreement or sublease the Premises without Landlord's prior written consent.

13. Default

13.1. Events of Default. Default includes unpaid rent, repeated late payments, material breach of permitted use, serious sanitation violations, illegal activity, or other material breach of this Agreement.

13.3. Remedies. Landlord may pursue lawful remedies, including termination and recovery of lawful costs, as permitted by law.

14. Termination, Surrender, and Holdover

14.1. Surrender. At the end of the lease, Tenant will vacate the Premises, remove personal property, return keys/access devices, and leave the Premises clean.

15. Notices

15.1. Method. Notices must be in writing and delivered by: ☐ ☑ email ☐ ☐ certified mail ☐ ☐ personal delivery.

15.2. Notice Addresses.

Landlord: [Email and/or Mailing Address]

Tenant: [Email and/or Mailing Address]

16. Miscellaneous

16.1. Governing Law. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of [State].

16.2. Entire Agreement. This Agreement is the entire agreement between the Parties and replaces prior discussions.

16.3. Amendments. Any changes must be in writing and signed by both Parties.

16.4. Severability. If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective.

16.5. Counterparts & E-Signatures. The Parties may sign in counterparts and electronically, if permitted.