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The Commercial Sublease Agreement is essential when a primary tenant wishes to transfer their leasing rights partially or wholly to another party while maintaining their relationship with the original landlord. This document is commonly used in the Philippines when businesses need to optimize their leased space or adjust their property commitments. It must carefully balance the rights and obligations of all parties while ensuring compliance with Philippine property laws, particularly the Civil Code and local commercial regulations. The agreement typically includes detailed provisions about the property, rental terms, permitted uses, maintenance responsibilities, and the relationship between all parties involved. Special attention must be paid to ensure the sublease terms don't conflict with the master lease and that all necessary approvals from the original landlord are obtained as required under Philippine law.

1. Parties: Identifies all parties involved: Original Landlord, Tenant/Sublandlord, and Subtenant, including their complete legal names and addresses

2. Background: Explains the context of the sublease, including reference to the master lease and the authority to sublease

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement, including Property, Term, Master Lease, etc.

4. Grant of Sublease: Specifies the property being subleased and the nature of the sublease grant

5. Term and Renewal: Details the duration of the sublease and any renewal options, ensuring it doesn't exceed the master lease term

6. Rent and Security Deposit: Specifies rent amount, payment terms, security deposit requirements, and any escalation clauses

7. Use of Premises: Defines permitted uses of the property and any restrictions

8. Maintenance and Repairs: Outlines responsibilities for property maintenance and repairs between parties

9. Utilities and Services: Specifies responsibility for utilities and services and payment arrangements

10. Insurance and Liability: Details required insurance coverage and liability obligations

11. Assignment and Further Subletting: States whether further assignment or subletting is permitted and under what conditions

12. Default and Remedies: Describes events of default and available remedies

13. Termination: Specifies conditions and procedures for termination

14. Governing Law: Confirms Philippine law governs the agreement and specifies jurisdiction

15. Notices: Details how formal notices should be given between parties

16. Entire Agreement: Standard clause confirming this document represents the complete agreement between parties