Oklahoma Commercial Lease Agreement
An Oklahoma commercial lease agreement is a legal contract that outlines the responsibilities, rights, and financial obligations associated with leasing a commercial property. This agreement formalizes the relationship between the landlord and the business tenant, allowing the tenant to occupy various types of commercial premises—such as office, retail, or industrial spaces—in exchange for regular rent payments.
Oklahoma Commercial Lease Agreement
Rental Laws
The relevant rental laws governing commercial leases in Oklahoma are found in Title 12A, Article 2A.
Consumer Protection Laws
Consumer protection laws applicable to commercial leases are specified in Okla. Stat. tit. 12A § 2A-104.
Jurisdiction
According to Okla. Stat. tit. 12A § 2A-106, any choice of law provision in a lease is not enforceable if it originates from a jurisdiction other than where the lessee resides.
Oklahoma Secretary of State Business Search
Landlords are required to verify the status of the business entity involved in the lease, if applicable, by conducting a search through the Oklahoma Secretary of State Business Search.
Commercial Lease Application
Further details regarding the commercial lease application process can be found in the Oklahoma Commercial Lease Agreement Realtor Version (GROSS).
Statutes
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 105(B) – Mitigation of damages – Rights, obligations and remedies – Enforcement
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 109(B) – Rent
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 111(A) – Termination of tenancy
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 111(B) – Termination of tenancy
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 111(C) – Termination of tenancy
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 113 – Rental agreements
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 113.1 – Denial or termination of tenancy because of guide, signal or service dog
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 115(A) – Damage or security deposits
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 115(B) – Damage or security deposits
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 116(A) – Person to accept service or notice – Identity of owner and manager – Failure to comply with section
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 118(A) – Duties of landlord and tenant
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 118(C) – Duties of landlord and tenant
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 121 – Landlord’s breach of rental agreement – Deductions from rent for repairs – Failure to supply heat, water or other essential services – Habitability of dwelling unit
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 122 – Damage to or destruction of dwelling unit – Rights and duties of tenant
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 127 – Duties of tenant
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 128(A) – Consent of tenant for landlord to enter dwelling unit – Emergency entry – Abuse of right of entry – Notice – Abandoned premises – Refusal of consent
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 128(B) – Consent of tenant for landlord to enter dwelling unit – Emergency entry – Abuse of right of entry – Notice – Abandoned premises – Refusal of consent
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 128(C) – Consent of tenant for landlord to enter dwelling unit – Emergency entry – Abuse of right of entry – Notice – Abandoned premises – Refusal of consent
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 128(D) – Consent of tenant for landlord to enter dwelling unit – Emergency entry – Abuse of right of entry – Notice – Abandoned premises – Refusal of consent
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 129(B) – Tenant’s breach of rental agreement – Wrongful abandonment
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 131 – Delinquent rent
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 132(B) – Tenant’s failure to comply with rental agreement or perform duties – Rights and duties of landlord
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 132(C) – Tenant’s failure to comply with rental agreement or perform duties – Rights and duties of landlord
- Okla. Stat. tit. 41 § 132(D) – Tenant’s failure to comply with rental agreement or perform duties – Rights and duties of landlord
- Okla. Stat. tit. 12 § 1751 – [Effective Until 11/1/2024] Suits authorized under small claims procedure
- Okla. Stat. tit. 12 § 95(A)(1) – Limitation of other actions
- Okla. Stat. tit. 12 § 95(A)(2) – Limitation of other actions
- Sun Ridge Investors v. Parker
FAQs
An Oklahoma commercial lease agreement is a contract that outlines the rights, duties, and financial obligations of both the landlord and the business tenant. It allows the tenant to occupy commercial spaces such as office, retail, or industrial premises in exchange for regular rent payments.
The key rental laws governing commercial leases in Oklahoma are found in Title 12A, Article 2A. These laws establish the legal framework for lease agreements, including tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities.
A landlord can verify a tenant’s business status by conducting a search through the Oklahoma Secretary of State Business Search. This step is crucial to ensure that the business entity is properly registered and in good standing.
Jurisdiction is significant in an Oklahoma commercial lease because, according to Okla. Stat. tit. 12A § 2A-106, a choice of law clause is not enforceable if it originates from a jurisdiction other than where the lessee resides. This means that the lease must comply with Oklahoma laws.
Consumer protection laws relevant to commercial leases in Oklahoma are outlined in Okla. Stat. tit. 12A § 2A-104. These laws help protect tenants from unfair practices and ensure transparency in lease agreements.
You can download an Oklahoma commercial lease agreement template in PDF or MS Word format, which is often available through real estate websites or legal resources that provide templates for lease agreements.