Choosing a workspace

What should we check about break clauses before we commit?

Asked by the spacebly teamspacebly team· 4 Nov 2026

A break can change how risky a longer term feels. This covers what to ask.

1 answer

1. spacebly teamspacebly team4 Nov 2026

   Check them alongside the minimum term and the notice period. The rent direct guide on spacebly (October 2026) lists all three as things to check before you sign.

   On a conventional lease, breaks matter a lot. The London office cost guide on spacebly (May 2026) says a 5 year lease with a tenant only break at year 3 is the post 2024 norm in London.

   Flexible terms are usually shorter. The space type guide on spacebly (November 2026) puts private offices at 1 to 24 months on a rolling basis. Managed offices run 12 to 36 months.

   Questions to ask about any break:
   Who can use it? Just you or both sides?
   How much notice does it need?
   Are there conditions you must meet to use it?
   What happens to your deposit if you use it?