Commencement Date
The commencement date is the date the lease term begins under the lease's defined triggers (for example, delivery of possession, substantial completion of landlord work, or a fixed date). It is distinct from rent commencement, which may start later if free rent or buildout periods apply.
- Where it applies
- Generally, not specific to New York
- When it comes up
- Lease Drafting / Lease Execution
- Property types
- Commercial Leasing (Retail/Office/Industrial)
Read more in the Knowledge Base
- 485-x (Affordable Neighborhoods for New Yorkers): Current Operating RulesLandlords
- Possession Timing and Rent-Back StructuresBuyers
Related terms
Commercial Leasing Terms
- Additional Rent
- Assignment and Subletting Clause
- Base Rent
- Base Year
- Common Area Maintenance (CAM)
- Effective Rent
- Full-Service (Gross) Lease
- Gross-Up
- Modified Gross Lease
- Rent Commencement Date
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.