Business tenants have needs that vary depending on the size of their company and line of work, so it’s common to negotiate basic terms to accommodate these needs. However, it’s important to remember that a sublease is always secondary to the master lease.
For instance, a commercial subtenant may request to alter the property to suit their daily operations, but a sublandlord can restrict any changes that go against the master lease.
Although, if the landlord agrees, it may be possible to allow specific alterations. If needed, a landlord can change the terms in the master lease with a Lease Amendment.
A subtenant may also negotiate with the landlord for the right to continue leasing the property if the sublandlord defaults. Otherwise, a subtenant may face eviction if their sublandlord fails to pay rent, goes bankrupt, or breaks the master lease.
Whether you are a sublandlord or subtenant, it helps to consult a commercial lawyer when negotiating terms of a sublease.