What is involved in a "variation of lease terms"?

A variation of lease terms involves changing specific conditions of the lease agreement. This can include modifications to aspects such as the duration of the lease, payment schedules, maintenance responsibilities, or any other stipulations that both parties agree to alter. Variations are often made to adapt to new circumstances or requirements that may arise during the term of the lease, ensuring that the agreement remains relevant and fair to both the landlord and tenant.

Increasing the rent automatically does not in itself constitute a variation of lease terms unless both parties explicitly agree to it as part of the changes. Ending the lease agreement is a different legal action entirely, typically involving a termination process rather than a variation. Similarly, significantly altering property use without consent would breach the lease agreement, reflecting an unauthorized action rather than an agreed-upon change between the parties involved. Thus, changing specific conditions represents a collaborative process to adjust the lease while maintaining the foundational agreement.