Commercial leases often contain detailed insurance requirements.

A lease may require the tenant to carry:

  • Commercial General Liability
  • Business Personal Property
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Commercial Auto
  • Umbrella Liability
  • Property insurance
  • Business Income
  • Other coverage

A landlord may also require:

  • Additional Insured status
  • Waiver of Subrogation
  • Primary & Noncontributory wording
  • Specific liability limits
  • Certificate of Insurance

Before signing a commercial lease, both landlords and tenants should understand the insurance requirements.