Property Management

When a commercial tenant 'goes dark' (closes their business but continues paying rent), the landlord may be concerned because:

ADark stores require additional security insurance
BIn percentage leases, the overage rent stops; in co-tenancy clauses, other tenants may be allowed to leave✓ Correct
CThe lease automatically terminates when the tenant ceases operations
DDark tenants lose their right to renew under Utah commercial lease law

Explanation

A 'dark' tenant (closed but paying rent) impacts shopping center landlords through lost percentage rent (based on sales) and through co-tenancy clauses in other tenant leases—clauses that give other tenants the right to pay reduced rent or terminate if anchor tenants close.

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