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The Preliminary Lease Agreement is a essential document in Swiss property transactions, commonly used when parties have agreed in principle to a lease but need time to finalize details or meet certain conditions before executing the final lease agreement. This document type is particularly relevant in commercial leasing, complex residential arrangements, or situations involving property modifications before occupancy. It provides legal protection for both parties during negotiations and typically includes key commercial terms, conditions precedent, exclusivity provisions, and timelines. Under Swiss law, while this agreement is preliminary in nature, it creates binding obligations on the parties and must comply with the Swiss Code of Obligations and relevant cantonal regulations. The document serves as a critical risk management tool by clearly defining the path to the final lease while protecting both parties' interests during the interim period.

1. Parties: Identification of the potential landlord and tenant, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details for legal entities

2. Background: Context of the preliminary agreement, including property details and parties' intentions

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Property', 'Final Lease', 'Commencement Date'

4. Purpose and Scope: Clear statement that this is a preliminary agreement and its relationship to the intended final lease

5. Property Description: Basic description of the property subject to the intended lease

6. Intended Lease Terms: Overview of key terms intended for the final lease (rent, duration, use)

7. Conditions Precedent: Conditions that must be met before proceeding to final lease agreement

8. Timeline: Schedule for negotiations, document preparation, and execution of final lease

9. Binding Provisions: Specifying which provisions are binding during preliminary period

10. Exclusivity Period: Period during which landlord cannot negotiate with other potential tenants

11. Costs and Expenses: Allocation of costs during preliminary period and for preparation of final lease

12. Termination: Circumstances under which preliminary agreement can be terminated

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Swiss law application and jurisdiction