Publication date: 07.05.2025
Kyrylkin Radion Olehovych is an expert in commercial law and procedure. He provides professional support for real estate and construction transactions, offers legal advice on land law matters, and ensures the protection of property rights.
Background: A client — an entrepreneur leasing a state-owned land plot for a commercial property — reached out. The previous lease agreement had expired, and it was not renewed. The land remained state-owned, and the lack of a valid contract posed risks of losing the right to use it.
Problem:The client was at risk of losing the land used for business without a new lease agreement. The previous contract had expired, and the renewal conditions were not met. It was necessary to secure a new contract to allow the client to continue legally using the land.
Solution
Comprehensive legal support was provided:
- Conducted a situation audit: analyzed the previous contract, verified compliance with state land lease laws, clarified Kyiv City Council requirements.
Prepared a complete document package for submission to the Kyiv City Council.
Conducted negotiations and submitted documents to the Kyiv City Council, ensuring support at all stages of the review.
Provided prompt responses to additional requests from the Kyiv City Council.
Agreed on new contract terms: 10-year term, rent amount, renewal procedure.
- Ensured state registration of the contract in the State Register of Property Rights (SRPR).
Outcome for the client:
- A 10-year lease agreement was signed.
- Right to renew the contract upon mutual agreement.
- Extract from the SRPR confirming state registration of the contract.
- Stable conditions for continued operation of the commercial property.
Result:The client secured legal use of the land, preserved the business, and avoided the risk of losing the land plot.
Completion time: approximately 7 months from the first consultation to receiving the SRPR extract.
How to sign a lease agreement for a state-owned land plot?
Through signing a new contract.The most common way is to apply to the local government (e.g., Kyiv City Council), prepare a document package, and agree on all lease terms.
Key requirements:
- Confirmation of prior use or legal grounds for the plot.
- No outstanding lease payments.
- Compliance of land use with its designated purpose.
- Kyiv City Council’s approval for the lease transfer.
Documents required for the agreement:
- Application to the local government.
- Copies of the previous lease agreement (if available).
- Documents confirming designated land use.
- Documents confirming no debt.
- Technical documentation and cadastral plan.
Lawyer’s actions to assist the client
- Analyze the situation and determine the best strategy.
- Prepare and review the document package.
- Represent the client’s interests before the city council and other authorities.
- Support negotiations on contract terms.
- Monitor the contract registration process.
The process of signing a new lease agreement for a state-owned land plot requires careful preparation, legal expertise, and clear communication with government authorities. Thanks to professional legal support, the client secured guaranteed land use rights and protected the business from risks. Legal support at all stages significantly increases the chances of successfully completing the procedure.
