MA · COMM-LEASE · Updated July 2026 · Free
Massachusetts Commercial Lease Agreement
✓100% FREE PERSONALIZED DOCUMENT
· NO REGISTRATION· NO CREDIT CARD· NO EMAIL REQUIRED· WORD & PDF DOWNLOAD
Massachusetts at a glance: Eviction Notice: 14 days' notice to quit (M.G.L. Ch. 186 § 11A) · Self-Help Lockout: Prohibited · Governing Law: Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 186
Instant Template
Blank Massachusetts Commercial Lease Agreement — ready now
Download the fill-in-the-blank template instantly, or view it first. No account, no questions.
Edit online — fill it in step by stepMassachusetts-specific clauses · autosaves as you go
Overview
Commercial Lease Agreements in Massachusetts
Massachusetts commercial leases are interpreted under common law contract rules and Chapter 186 of the General Laws.
Landlords must issue a 14-day notice to quit for non-payment of rent before filing an eviction (M.G.L. Ch. 186 § 11A).
Key Facts
Massachusetts Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Massachusetts Rule |
|---|---|
| Eviction Notice | 14 days' notice to quit (M.G.L. Ch. 186 § 11A) |
| Self-Help Lockout | Prohibited |
| Governing Law | Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 186 |
Legal Requirements
Massachusetts Legal Requirements
- Eviction processes must comply with Chapter 186 notice rules.
Governing Laws
Massachusetts Governing Laws
M.G.L. Ch. 186 § 11A
Termination of lease for nonpayment
Defines 14-day notice requirement for commercial leases.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Massachusetts legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Massachusetts Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Massachusetts commercial landlord lock out a tenant?
No, self-help lockouts are illegal in Massachusetts. Landlords must seek a court judgment.