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Landlord and tenant
Landlord & Tenant Solicitors in Waterford
Leases and advice for landlords and tenants.
We act for both landlords and tenants, on residential and commercial property. Whether you need a short-term lease drafted or a long-term lease for commercial premises, we’ll make sure your agreement is clear and protects your position.
1995
Established in Waterford
Landlords
Leases, tenancies and disputes
Tenants
Reviewing terms and your rights
Agreeing a commercial lease
Step 1
Heads of terms
The main terms are agreed, such as rent, length of lease, rent reviews and repairs. We can advise before you commit.
Step 2
Drafting the lease
We draft the lease, or review the one put forward by the other side, and explain what it means for you.
Step 3
Negotiation
We negotiate any changes needed to protect your position, including break clauses and renewal rights.
Step 4
Signing and completion
The lease is signed and any stamp duty paid. We make sure you have everything you need going forward.
Matters we deal with
01
Commercial leases
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating leases of shops, offices and other business premises.
02
Lease renewals
Advice on renewing a lease and on statutory renewal rights for business tenants.
03
Residential tenancies
Tenancy agreements and advice for landlords and tenants of homes.
04
Rent reviews
Advice on rent review clauses and negotiating rent reviews.
05
Assignment and subletting
Transferring a lease to someone else, or subletting all or part of a property.
06
Disputes and ending a tenancy
Advice on rent arrears, breaches of lease, and bringing a tenancy to an end correctly.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a written lease?
It is strongly recommended. A written lease sets out the rent, length, repairs and other terms clearly, and helps avoid disputes later.
What are renewal rights for business tenants?
A business tenant who has occupied premises continuously for five years may be entitled to a new lease. Tenants can give up this right before the lease starts, but only after getting independent legal advice.
Where are residential tenancy disputes dealt with?
Most disputes between landlords and tenants of homes go to the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB), not the courts. Landlords must also register tenancies with the RTB.
How do I end a tenancy?
It depends on the type of tenancy and the reason. Notice periods and valid reasons for ending a residential tenancy are set by law, and a notice that is not done correctly may be invalid. Get advice before serving notice.
How much will it cost?
Before we start, we’ll give you a written notice of our likely costs, as the law requires.
Get in touch
Hegarty & Co. Solicitors
4 St Andrews Tce, Newtown, Waterford X91 YC43
Mon–Thu 9:00–5:30 · Fri 9:00–5:00
Sat by appointment · Closed 1:00–2:00 for lunch
Early morning and late evening appointments and home visits available.
Tel: 051 841 577
Email: info@hegartysolicitors.com
This page contains general information only and is not legal advice. Every case depends on its own facts.