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Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001

48Commencement of payment for rent

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48 Commencement of payment for rent The tenant may pay or provide, and the lessor may request or accept payment for, rent only if— (a) the rent relates to a period from or after the handing over of (b) unless otherwise agreed, any finish required under the lease to be provided by the lessor has been substantially provided.

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