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- Is there enough electrical power?
- Are there enough electrical outlets?
- Is there enough parking?
- Is there sufficient lighting?
- Is there sufficient Heating or Air conditioning?
- Are there limitations to signage
- Will the city building and zoning departments allow you to operate a haunt in the building?
- Will the landlord allow alterations?
- Must the building be returned to original condition at the end of the lease?
- Is there any roof damage or leaks?
- Is burglary insurance high in the area?
- Can the building be secured at a low cost against threat of burglary?
- Will the health department approve the location if required?
- Will the fire marshal approve the building?
- Have you included a written description of the building?
- Have you attached drawings of the property to the lease document?
- Do you have written guidelines for renewal options?
- When does your lease payment begin?
- Have you tried bargaining for 1 to 3 months of free rent?
- Do you know your date of possession?
- Did you list the owners responsibility for improvements?
- Will you have to pay taxes?
- Will you have to pay insurance?
- Will you have to pay maintenance fees?
- Will you pay utilities?
- Will you pay sewage fees?
- Have you asked for a cap of 5 percent on your rent increase?
- Have you worked out a penalty clause in case something causes delays and you are denied occupancy?
- Will you retain the right to obtain your own bids on signage?
- Have you had a real estate attorney review your contract?
