Is giving desk-space to start-ups counted as subletting?

[KillerJim]

Hi,

Before I start the (expensive) conversations with solicitors I'm wondering if anyone can give me some advice.

Is it counted as subletting to allow a start-up use a few seats in our offices?

There will be no rental for the use of the desks, they provide all their own equipment and services. They might end up purchasing some of our products (but not services, or use / rental of people).

Jim

[surveyor]

KillerJim said:

Hi,

Before I start the (expensive) conversations with solicitors I'm wondering if anyone can give me some advice.

Is it counted as subletting to allow a start-up use a few seats in our offices?

There will be no rental for the use of the desks, they provide all their own equipment and services. They might end up purchasing some of our products (but not services, or use / rental of people).

Jim

You will be almost certain to have a lease clause not allow to sublet license or share premises as a whole or in part.

I suspect you know this really

Post up your full alienation clause (take a photo of that bit) and I'll be a bit more helpful.

[Johnniem]

We have looked into this (we are a property consultancy) and Surveyor is right, the alienation clause in your lease will dictate but it almost certainly will be considered a sub-let unless you can show that the incumbent is part of your own organisation. Call your landlord to discuss in an open handed fashion.