Use Clause (Permitted Use)
A use clause defines what the tenant is permitted (and sometimes prohibited) to do in the premises. It can be drafted narrowly (specific concept) or broadly (category), and it may interact with exclusivity, regulatory approvals, and assignment/subletting limitations.
- Where it applies
- Generally, not specific to New York
- When it comes up
- Lease Drafting / Negotiation
- Property types
- Commercial Leasing (Retail/Office/Industrial)
Read more in the Knowledge Base
- Local Zoning, Land Use Restrictions, and ADU Rules for New York Residential PropertyBuyers
- Certificate of Occupancy and Zoning - Identifying Illegal Use RisksBuyers
- Commercial Tenant Interdependency in Mixed-Use Condos and Co-opsBuyers
Related terms
Exclusive UseComplianceAlterationsAssignment
Commercial Leasing Terms
- Additional Rent
- Assignment and Subletting Clause
- Base Rent
- Base Year
- Commencement Date
- Common Area Maintenance (CAM)
- Effective Rent
- Full-Service (Gross) Lease
- Gross-Up
- Modified Gross Lease
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.