Commercial lease agreements usually allow a landlord reasonable access rights—including the right to enter the leased premises to make necessary repairs or to renovate the property.

A commercial landlord may also enter the leased premises to prevent damage or harm to the property or its occupants due to a water leak, flood, fire, electrical outage, gas leak, burglary, robbery, or other emergency—or to allow a law enforcement officer to enter and ensure the safety of the property and its occupants.

A commercial lease will also usually give the landlord the right to enter and show the premises to prospective tenants—at least within some period of time before termination of the lease, if the landlord and tenant have not agreed to renew the lease or if the landlord or tenant has given notice of their intention not to renew the lease.

And in some circumstances a landlord’s right to enter the premises during the term of the lease may be implied—depending on the specific language in the commercial lease agreement and the nature of the tenant’s operations in the leased premises.

In California, commercial lease agreements typically grant landlords reasonable access rights to the leased premises. These rights allow landlords to enter for necessary repairs, renovations, or to address emergencies such as water leaks, fires, or to provide access to law enforcement officers for safety reasons. Landlords also have the right to show the property to potential new tenants towards the end of the lease term, especially if there is no agreement to renew the lease or notice has been given by either party of the intention not to renew. The extent of the landlord's right to enter the premises can vary based on the specific language of the lease agreement and the nature of the tenant's business. California law requires landlords to provide reasonable notice, typically 24 hours, before entering the premises, except in cases of emergency. The exact terms of entry should be clearly outlined in the lease agreement to prevent disputes and ensure both parties understand their rights and responsibilities.