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How to Get Out of a Commercial Lease Early Without Getting Burned

Knowing how to get out of a commercial lease early starts with understanding your contractual obligations, calculating your remaining financial exposure and negotiating a solution before you vacate. In South Africa, leaving a commercial property before your lease expires can be possible, but it does not automatically end your responsibility to pay rent.

For businesses facing downsizing, relocation, restructuring or unused premises, the right approach can make a substantial financial difference. Galetti Corporate Services has negotiated early lease exits that have reduced clients’ remaining property liabilities, including an estimated R11 million saving for Inclusion SA.

A lease surrender is an agreement between a landlord and tenant to end an existing lease before its contractual expiry date. The agreement establishes the conditions of termination, including financial settlement, handover requirements and the release of future obligations.

Key takeaways

• You cannot simply walk away. Moving out does not automatically terminate your lease or release you from outstanding commitments.
• Your exit options extend beyond cancellation. Negotiated surrender, subletting, tenant replacement and restructuring may all be worth considering.
• The Consumer Protection Act does not protect every commercial tenant. Companies should not assume they can cancel on 20 business days’ notice.
• The total financial outcome matters more than the exit penalty alone. Compare the settlement against your full remaining occupancy costs and alternative options.
• Negotiation can significantly reduce exposure. Galetti’s actual client cases demonstrate the potential value of a structured commercial approach.

Can You Get Out of a Commercial Lease Early in South Africa?

Yes, you can exit a commercial lease early in South Africa, but the available route depends on your contract and the parties involved. Options include exercising a valid break clause, negotiating a signed lease surrender or securing an approved replacement occupier. Simply vacating the premises does not automatically release you from rental liability.

Commercial leases are binding agreements, often involving substantial financial commitments over several years.

Unlike a residential tenant moving between homes, a business may have committed to specialised premises, tenant installations, parking facilities, operational infrastructure and contractual rental escalations.

These obligations can remain relevant even when the space is no longer needed.

The starting point is to establish what your lease actually permits. Some agreements contain early termination provisions, while others require an agreement with the landlord before the tenant can exit.

For more information on the underlying process, see Galetti’s guide to lease surrender and early termination in commercial real estate.

Does the Consumer Protection Act Allow You to Cancel a Commercial Lease?

The Consumer Protection Act does not give every South African commercial tenant an automatic early cancellation right. Section 14 expressly excludes transactions between juristic persons from its fixed-term agreement provisions, regardless of their annual turnover or asset value.

Under Section 14 of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008, qualifying consumers may cancel certain fixed-term agreements on 20 business days’ notice, subject to outstanding amounts and a reasonable cancellation penalty.

However, the distinction between an individual and a juristic person, such as a company, is important.

Where both parties are juristic persons, Section 14 does not apply. A business operating through a company should therefore not assume that giving 20 business days’ notice automatically ends its commercial lease.

Where Section 14 does apply, the Consumer Protection Regulations provide factors relevant to assessing a reasonable cancellation charge. They do not establish a universal fixed penalty for every commercial lease.

For corporate tenants, the enforceability of early termination provisions, contractual remedies and potential damages requires an assessment of the actual agreement and applicable South African law.

The practical implication: Before giving notice, have a qualified South African property attorney confirm whether you have a contractual or statutory cancellation right and what procedure you must follow.

How to Get Out of a Commercial Lease Early: 5 Practical Options

There are five principal commercial strategies to consider when you need to leave premises before the lease expires. The most suitable option depends on your lease terms, remaining liability, the landlord’s willingness to negotiate and whether the premises can accommodate another occupier.

1. Exercise an existing break clause

A break clause is a contractual provision allowing a party to terminate a lease early when specified conditions are met.

If your lease contains one, review the required notice period, permitted termination date, payment obligations and any conditions attached to exercising the right.

A break clause may give you a defined exit route, but failing to comply with its requirements can create a dispute.

For example, serving notice after the contractual deadline may mean you cannot rely on the provision for the intended exit date.

2. Negotiate a lease surrender agreement

A negotiated lease surrender allows the landlord and tenant to agree on an early termination date and the financial terms of release.

The tenant may offer a negotiated settlement in exchange for ending future rental obligations, subject to the terms of the signed agreement.

The landlord will assess matters such as rental income, potential vacancy, reletting costs and the likelihood of securing another tenant.

A commercial surrender proposal should therefore explain why an agreed exit makes sense for both parties.

This approach can be particularly relevant where a company has closed a branch, consolidated premises or no longer requires a warehouse.

3. Sublet the premises

Subletting allows an existing tenant to lease some or all of its occupied premises to another business, subject to the original lease and any necessary consent.

Importantly, subletting does not normally release the original tenant from its head lease obligations unless the relevant parties agree otherwise.

You may receive rental income from the subtenant while remaining responsible to the landlord for the original contractual commitments.

Subletting can therefore reduce the net cost of unused space without necessarily providing a complete legal exit.

The financial analysis should account for any shortfall between head rent and sublease income, vacancy periods, brokerage fees and management costs.

4. Introduce a replacement tenant

An existing commercial tenant may be able to negotiate an arrangement under which a replacement occupier takes over the premises.

Depending on the agreement, this could involve a new lease with the landlord, an assignment of lease rights and obligations, or a negotiated release of the original tenant.

These structures are not interchangeable.

For example, transferring contractual rights or introducing a new occupier does not necessarily discharge the original tenant’s obligations.

A properly documented arrangement must establish who remains liable, which obligations transfer and whether the landlord releases the original tenant.

5. Renegotiate rather than terminate

Sometimes the most economical way to address an unsuitable commercial lease is to change its terms rather than end the relationship.

You may be able to negotiate reduced premises, revised rental terms, an early renewal, a partial surrender or a restructuring of the lease.

For businesses experiencing temporary cost pressure, changing the occupancy arrangement may preserve operational continuity while reducing the financial burden.

Read our detailed article on how to renegotiate a commercial lease to understand the commercial considerations.

What Does Early Commercial Lease Termination Actually Cost?

The cost of early commercial lease termination depends on the remaining lease commitments, the landlord’s agreed settlement, reinstatement obligations and the costs of implementing the exit. There is no single penalty that automatically applies to every South African commercial lease.

One of the most expensive mistakes a business can make is comparing an exit penalty against only the current monthly base rental.

The correct calculation should consider the remaining financial commitment under the lease.

Calculate your remaining lease liability

A useful starting point is to calculate the remaining contractual payments, taking account of escalation dates and recoverable costs.

Not every item will apply to every lease. The contractual wording and negotiated settlement determine which costs are relevant.

Compare the cost of staying against the cost of leaving

A commercial lease exit analysis should compare three financial positions:

Option A: Continue until expiry

Calculate the total remaining contractual occupancy expenditure, including escalations and other recoverable charges.

Option B: Negotiate an early surrender

Calculate the proposed settlement, any continuing charges, reinstatement costs, advisory fees and other exit expenditure.

Option C: Retain the lease and sublet

Calculate the ongoing head lease commitment, expected sublease income, potential vacancies, brokerage costs and residual financial exposure.

The key calculation is:

Potential net benefit of exiting = Remaining avoidable lease expenditure − Total negotiated exit and implementation costs.

This is an economic comparison rather than a legal damages calculation. Relocation costs, operational disruption, tax treatment and the timing of cash flows may also affect the decision.

A negotiated settlement that appears expensive in isolation may still be economically preferable to maintaining an unused property for the remainder of the lease.

Equally, an attractive settlement may not be worthwhile if the business faces substantial relocation and fit-out costs.

Before negotiating, use Galetti’s Market Comparison Rental Rate Calculator to obtain an initial view of how your current rental compares with the market.

The calculator is a benchmarking tool, not a substitute for a complete lease exit financial model.

How Do You Negotiate an Early Lease Exit With Your Landlord?

Successful commercial lease exit negotiations start with a clear understanding of the contract and a credible commercial proposal. The objective is to identify terms that make early termination acceptable to both parties rather than approaching the landlord with a demand to be released.

Step 1: Review the complete lease

Collect the signed lease, all amendments, addenda, guarantees and relevant correspondence.

Identify the expiry date, notice provisions, cancellation rights, subletting permissions, reinstatement responsibilities and any personal or corporate guarantees.

A guarantee deserves particular attention. Ending the tenant’s occupancy does not necessarily release a guarantor unless the relevant obligations have been discharged or released.

Step 2: Establish your financial exposure

Calculate the financial implications of continuing until expiry.

This should include contractual rental, escalations, operating costs, parking, possible arrears and other applicable commitments.

The purpose is to create a credible baseline against which any proposed settlement can be evaluated.

Step 3: Benchmark the premises against the market

Landlords assess early surrender proposals in the context of the property market.

If comparable premises are attracting tenants, there may be an opportunity to discuss replacement occupation.

Conversely, a specialised property with limited alternative demand may present a more difficult negotiation.

Your analysis should consider property type, location, size, specification, current rental and realistic reletting prospects.

Galetti’s commercial lease audit and benchmarking guide explains how to evaluate existing lease commitments against the market.

Step 4: Prepare a proposal that addresses the landlord’s concerns

A useful proposal should explain the commercial reason for requesting an early exit and set out a workable solution.

For example, a business consolidating two warehouses into one facility could propose a surrender date, settlement arrangement and structured handover process.

The landlord may be more receptive when the proposal provides certainty around payment, possession and future leasing opportunities.

Step 5: Negotiate more than the settlement amount

The settlement figure is important, but it is not the only term worth negotiating.

Also address the release date, treatment of the deposit, reinstatement obligations, outstanding charges, access for prospective tenants and any continuing guarantees.

A lower settlement is of limited value if significant liabilities remain unresolved.

Step 6: Formalise the agreement

The outcome should be recorded in a properly executed written agreement.

A lease surrender agreement should address the termination date, payment obligations, return of possession, outstanding accounts and the scope of the release from future obligations.

Your legal adviser should confirm that the agreement achieves the intended termination and is consistent with the original lease.

Considering an early exit? Galetti Corporate Services can assess your existing commercial lease, evaluate the financial exposure and develop a negotiated exit strategy.

What Do Real Commercial Lease Exits Look Like?

Actual lease exits show why reviewing the financial and commercial position can be more valuable than treating cancellation as an administrative exercise. The following examples come from Galetti Corporate Services’ client case studies dated May 2026.

Inclusion SA: An estimated R11 million saved through lease surrender

Inclusion SA, associated with Planet42, no longer required its premises at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria following changes to its business requirements.

However, the company remained committed to a lease with approximately three years remaining.

Galetti Corporate Services developed a commercial business case and negotiated with the landlord to facilitate an early surrender.

The outcome was a negotiated release from the remaining lease commitment and an estimated R11 million in savings, according to the Galetti Corporate Services case study.

The arrangement also provided the landlord with an opportunity to reposition the premises for another tenant.

What this demonstrates: A long remaining lease term does not necessarily prevent a negotiated exit. A structured proposal can address both the tenant’s financial exposure and the landlord’s commercial interests.

Ecolab: A reported 53% saving on an unused industrial facility

Ecolab had vacated an 8 470 m² warehouse facility in Linbro Park following operational changes.

Although the premises were no longer occupied, the business remained committed to a lease running until September 2026. The case study describes approximately 18 months of remaining exposure from March 2025.

Galetti represented Ecolab in negotiations with the landlord and concluded a mutually acceptable early termination agreement.

The May 2026 GCS case study reports a 53% saving through the negotiated lease exit.

What this demonstrates: Operational decisions and contractual property commitments do not always change at the same time. Where a facility is no longer needed, comparing a negotiated surrender against continued lease payments can identify potential savings.

Lubrizol: Seven-figure savings through office consolidation

Lubrizol was downsizing its operations and needed to exit a 322 m² office lease in Umhlanga Rocks.

The company was consolidating operations into its own property portfolio.

Galetti assessed relocation alternatives and facilitated a structured lease cancellation process aligned with that consolidation.

The GCS case study reports a successful cancellation and seven-figure total savings.

What this demonstrates: An early lease exit can form part of a wider corporate property strategy, particularly when a business is consolidating leased and owned accommodation.

What these examples tell us

The three cases involved different properties, operational requirements and remaining commitments.

The common factor was not a standard cancellation formula. Each exit required an assessment of the existing commitment and a negotiated commercial outcome.

The reported results are individual case outcomes, not forecasts or guarantees of what another tenant can achieve.

Should You Break Your Lease, Renegotiate or Sublet?

The best commercial lease strategy is the one that produces a workable operational outcome at an acceptable total cost and risk. Full cancellation may be preferable for permanently redundant premises, while renegotiation or subletting may be better where a company needs continuing flexibility.

There is no universally preferable option.

A warehouse with specialist manufacturing infrastructure may require a different strategy from a conventional office floor.

Similarly, a business with temporary financial pressure may benefit more from renegotiating a lease than exiting premises it will need again.

The decision should follow the financial analysis, not precede it.

7 Mistakes That Make Commercial Lease Cancellation More Expensive

Commercial lease cancellation becomes particularly risky when a tenant makes operational decisions before resolving the contractual and financial consequences.

Avoid these common mistakes:

1. Vacating before agreeing an exit. Returning the keys does not automatically end contractual liability.
2. Assuming consumer cancellation rights apply. Corporate tenants must establish whether the Consumer Protection Act protects their particular transaction.
3. Ignoring the full rental commitment. Escalations, operating costs and other recoveries can materially change the financial position.
4. Overlooking reinstatement. Removing installations, repairing alterations and returning premises in the agreed condition may create substantial additional expenditure.
5. Subletting without checking permission. Unauthorised occupation arrangements may breach the head lease and leave the original tenant exposed.
6. Treating verbal approval as final. A landlord’s willingness to discuss termination is not the same as a binding release from obligations.
7. Waiting until arrears or legal proceedings develop. Delayed engagement can reduce the available negotiating options and increase costs.

A further risk arises when companies focus on the visible savings from closing a site without evaluating the associated transition costs.

Closing one branch may reduce rent but increase distribution costs, staff travel, storage requirements or operating expenditure at another site.

These costs should form part of the overall business case.

When Is Early Commercial Lease Termination Not the Right Decision?

Early termination is not necessarily the right choice when the settlement, replacement accommodation and operational disruption exceed the value of the remaining avoidable lease costs.

It may also be unsuitable where there is no viable replacement facility, where a specialist industrial installation is expensive to relocate or where the company expects to need the existing premises again.

A business should be particularly cautious if it has not established its actual rights under the lease or cannot fund an agreed settlement.

In these circumstances, renegotiating the rental, reducing occupied space or planning for the contractual expiry may offer a more manageable outcome.

The commercial objective should be to improve the business’s overall position, not simply to remove a lease from its property schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions About Commercial Lease Termination

Can my landlord keep my entire deposit if I leave early?

Not automatically in every case. The treatment of a commercial lease deposit depends on the lease agreement, outstanding amounts, the circumstances of termination and any settlement concluded between the parties. A landlord may assert claims for unpaid rent, damage or other contractual obligations. The deposit treatment should be expressly addressed in the termination agreement, with legal advice where disputed.

Can I stop paying rent once I vacate the property?

Vacating a commercial property does not, by itself, terminate your contractual rental obligations. Unless the lease has lawfully ended or the landlord has agreed to release you, rent and other amounts may remain payable. Stopping payments without resolving your contractual position can lead to arrears, breach notices, claims for damages or litigation.

What happens if my business closes before the lease expires?

Business closure does not necessarily cancel an existing commercial lease. The outcome depends on the contracting entity, the lease terms, any guarantees and whether formal insolvency or business rescue proceedings are involved. These situations require specialist legal and financial advice. A negotiated settlement may be possible, but a closure should not be treated as an automatic release.

Can a replacement tenant take over my commercial lease?

A replacement tenant may be able to occupy the premises through a new lease, approved assignment or another negotiated arrangement. However, the original tenant is not necessarily released merely because another business occupies the property. The landlord’s consent, the structure of the transaction and the signed documentation determine whether the original tenant’s remaining obligations are discharged.

How long does it take to negotiate an early commercial lease exit?

There is no universal timeframe for negotiating an early commercial lease exit. The process depends on the landlord’s response, the complexity of the lease, the proposed settlement, whether a replacement tenant is involved and the documentation required. Specialist premises or disputes may require additional work. Businesses should begin evaluating their options before the desired departure date.

Do I need a lawyer to cancel a commercial lease?

A qualified South African property attorney is strongly advisable when interpreting cancellation rights, enforcing a break clause, resolving disputed liabilities or preparing a surrender agreement. A commercial property adviser can support financial modelling, market benchmarking and negotiations, while legal counsel addresses enforceability and contractual release. Both disciplines may be needed for a complex early exit.

Find Out What Your Commercial Lease Exit Could Cost

If your business is paying for premises it no longer needs, the first step is to quantify the remaining commitment and establish which alternatives are commercially realistic.

Galetti Corporate Services assists businesses with lease reviews, market benchmarking, surrender negotiations, tenant replacement strategies and wider property portfolio decisions.

Contact corporateservices@galetti.co.za or +27 (0) 11 783 1195 to discuss a commercial lease exposure review. The team can establish the scope of work and any applicable advisory fees before proceeding.

A lease exit should be judged by the financial position it leaves your business in, not simply by how quickly you can hand back the keys.

Important: This article provides general commercial property information and does not constitute legal, financial or tax advice. Contract-specific decisions should be reviewed with appropriately qualified professionals.

Can You Outsource Property Management? Here’s What That Actually Looks Like

Yes, you can outsource property management in South Africa. For businesses managing multiple offices, warehouses, retail premises or investment properties, outsourcing means transferring agreed property responsibilities to an external specialist while retaining control over important financial and strategic decisions.

Outsourced property management is an arrangement where a business appoints an external provider to administer, monitor or advise on its property portfolio. Depending on the mandate, this can include lease administration, portfolio reporting, rental benchmarking, transaction management and wider property strategy.

The real question is not whether you can outsource. It is which responsibilities make sense to outsource, what you should expect from the provider and whether the arrangement improves your property performance.

Key Takeaways

• You can outsource individual property functions or appoint a provider to manage a wider commercial property portfolio.
• Outsourcing can cover leased properties, owned properties or a combination of both.
• The provider’s responsibilities depend on the agreed mandate. Facilities management and rent collection are not automatically included.
• Fees vary by service scope, portfolio complexity and the agreed commercial model.
• Effective outsourcing should improve visibility, accountability and decision-making rather than simply transferring administration.

Can You Outsource Property Management in South Africa?

Yes. South African businesses can outsource property management by appointing a specialist to handle agreed tasks such as lease administration, portfolio reporting, rental benchmarking and transaction coordination. The business keeps strategic oversight, while the provider manages the work defined in a written mandate, including approvals, responsibilities and reporting requirements.

For a business operating from several commercial properties, managing leases and property commitments internally can become complicated.

Different locations may have different landlords, renewal dates, rental escalations, maintenance obligations and operating expenses.

A business might operate successfully across Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban while having no centralised view of its property commitments.

Outsourcing creates the opportunity to bring those responsibilities into one coordinated management structure.

Property management and corporate real estate management are not always the same

Traditional property management often focuses on running income-producing buildings on behalf of landlords.

This may include collecting rent, dealing with tenants, coordinating maintenance, managing vacancies and preparing financial statements.

Corporate real estate management generally focuses on the properties a business occupies or owns, and how those properties support its operations.

The work may involve reviewing occupancy costs, administering lease commitments, planning relocations, negotiating renewals and optimising the wider portfolio.

A company leasing several warehouses may need corporate portfolio management rather than a managing agent to run the buildings.

Understanding that distinction is important when choosing a service provider.

What Does Outsourced Property Management Actually Include?

Outsourced property management can include administration, financial oversight, strategic planning and transaction coordination. The precise responsibilities depend on whether you are a commercial occupier, a property owner or an investor, and which functions you authorise the external team to perform.

A typical corporate real estate outsourcing arrangement may cover the following areas.

1. Lease administration and critical date management

Every commercial lease creates contractual commitments.

These may include rental payments, annual escalation, renewal options, notice periods, maintenance responsibilities and reinstatement obligations.

An outsourced property team can consolidate the relevant information into a central lease register.

The objective is to ensure that approaching decisions are identified early enough for the business to evaluate its options.

2. Portfolio reporting and financial oversight

Property expenses should be reviewed collectively rather than simply accepted as recurring payments.

An outsourced adviser may examine:

• Basic rentals and escalation schedules
• Operating costs and municipal recoveries
• Parking and utility expenses
• Lease expiry and renewal exposure
• Vacant or underutilised space
• Financial commitments across different locations

The information can then be consolidated into reports for finance directors, operations teams and management.

For a more detailed explanation of what is examined, read our commercial lease audit and benchmarking guide.

3. Property strategy and portfolio optimisation

Outsourcing should not stop at maintaining accurate records.

The external adviser can use portfolio information to identify whether properties still make commercial and operational sense.

For example, a business may occupy two nearby offices with overlapping functions. A portfolio review could examine whether consolidation is financially and operationally practical.

The conclusion might be to combine the offices, renegotiate one lease or retain both locations.

The role of the adviser is to establish the options and support the decision, not assume that every review must result in a transaction.

4. Transaction and supplier coordination

Depending on the agreed service scope, an external property team can coordinate lease renewals, relocations, acquisitions, disposals and related professional services.

Building maintenance, physical facilities operations, tenant billing and rent collection may require separate appointments or additional specialists.

Do not assume that a fully outsourced corporate property function automatically includes every building-level management service.

The written mandate should distinguish between included services, separately charged work and responsibilities retained by the client.

What Happens When You Outsource Your Property Management?

Outsourcing normally begins with reviewing the existing property portfolio, agreeing responsibilities and transferring the information needed to manage it. The provider then establishes reporting, approval processes and a schedule of upcoming decisions before assuming the functions covered by the mandate.

For illustration, the following is a possible 30–90-day handover structure. It is not a guaranteed implementation period or a published Galetti service timeline.

Days 1–30: Understand the portfolio

The first stage establishes what the business owns, leases and currently manages.

Information gathered may include:

• Signed leases, addenda and renewal agreements
• Property addresses, sizes and permitted uses
• Current rentals, escalations and invoices
• Landlord and supplier contact details
• Maintenance and operating cost responsibilities
• Critical dates and existing disputes
• Current reporting processes and approval authorities

The provider should also identify missing documents and inconsistencies between existing records.

Expected output: A consolidated property register, an initial risk list and an agreed division of responsibilities.

Days 31–60: Establish controls and priorities

Once the available information has been reviewed, the provider can begin developing a more consistent management process.

This may involve reconciling lease information, reviewing upcoming expiries, identifying unusual costs and establishing management reporting.

At this point, the business should know which matters need immediate attention and which can be addressed through its longer-term property strategy.

Approval procedures should also be documented.

For example, who may request a rental proposal, who may negotiate commercially and who has authority to approve or sign a binding agreement?

Expected output: A critical-date schedule, reporting framework, responsibility matrix and prioritised action plan.

Days 61–90: Begin ongoing management

Once the necessary records and controls have been established, the outsourced team can begin operating under the agreed service model.

Potential activities include lease reviews, market benchmarking, renewal planning and regular management meetings.

The business should receive information that supports decisions rather than simply a list of completed administrative tasks.

Expected output: An agreed reporting cycle, an active portfolio action register and a defined escalation process.

Actual timing depends on the number of properties, quality of the existing data, system access, contractual complexity and services being transferred.

What does this look like in practice?

Consider a company with several industrial facilities operating under different lease agreements.

One facility has a renewal approaching. Another has significant unused space. A third has operating expenses that require investigation.

Managing each property separately may result in three disconnected decisions.

An outsourced corporate property team can assess those situations together, compare their implications and recommend an appropriate sequence of action.

The value lies in understanding how the decisions affect the business as a whole.

Considering outsourcing?

If you manage several commercial properties and do not have reliable visibility over all your lease commitments, Galetti Corporate Services can help assess your portfolio and the potential scope of an outsourced arrangement.

The initial discussion should establish your requirements, information availability, proposed deliverables, expected turnaround and applicable advisory fees before a formal mandate is agreed.

In-House vs Hybrid vs Fully Outsourced Property Management

There are three main approaches to managing a commercial property portfolio: keeping the function internally, outsourcing selected responsibilities or appointing an external provider for broader portfolio management. The appropriate model depends on portfolio complexity, internal capability and how much direct oversight the organisation wishes to retain.

When does a hybrid arrangement make sense?

A hybrid model is useful when your internal team already handles general administration but needs specialist support.

For example, the finance department may continue processing rental invoices while an external adviser reviews lease terms, monitors expiries and benchmarks the portfolio against the market.

This avoids outsourcing functions the business already performs effectively.

When does full outsourcing make sense?

A broader outsourced arrangement may be appropriate when property administration is fragmented across departments or the business has no dedicated real estate function.

However, full outsourcing does not mean giving the provider unrestricted authority.

Significant expenditure, contractual commitments and strategic decisions should remain subject to agreed client approvals.

How Much Does Outsourced Property Management Cost?

The cost of outsourced property management depends on the properties involved, services required and fee structure. There is no single fee that reliably represents every South African commercial property outsourcing arrangement, particularly when comparing corporate advisory services with traditional landlord management.

Different service providers may use different charging structures.

These models describe possible commercial arrangements. They are not a statement of Galetti’s current fees.

What additional costs should you look for?

A proposal should clarify whether the quoted amount includes onboarding, reporting, lease administration and specialist advisory work.

Potential additional charges could include valuation services, legal advice, technical inspections, facilities management, transaction commissions or work outside the original scope.

Ask whether any third-party costs or contractor mark-ups apply.

How should you evaluate the cost?

The outsourcing fee is only one component of the decision.

You should also consider the cost of internal employee time, specialist systems, reporting, potential administrative errors and the quality of property decisions.

For example, an external adviser might identify a lease renewal opportunity or an unnecessary property commitment.

However, potential savings should be supported by evidence and must not be treated as guaranteed.

The correct comparison is between the total cost of the outsourced service and the financial and operational value of the responsibilities being transferred.

What Are the Benefits and Risks of Outsourcing Property Management?

Outsourcing can improve access to specialist knowledge, strengthen reporting and reduce the burden on internal teams. However, poorly defined mandates can create additional costs, slow decisions and leave businesses uncertain about accountability.

Potential benefits

Better portfolio visibility

A centralised view of properties, leases and costs makes it easier to identify upcoming commitments and compare different locations.

Access to market information

An external commercial property adviser can bring rental benchmarking and market evidence into property decisions, subject to the quality and relevance of that information.

Reduced internal administration

Finance and operations teams can spend less time coordinating specialist property tasks where those responsibilities have been transferred.

More consistent decision-making

Renewal dates, approvals and reporting can follow documented processes rather than depending on individual employees.

Potential risks

Unclear responsibility

If the agreement does not identify who approves expenditure, communicates with landlords or handles disputes, important tasks may be delayed.

Additional fees

Work outside the original mandate may create unexpected expenditure.

Provider dependence

If the outsourced provider controls the only complete copy of your portfolio records, changing providers could become difficult.

Misaligned incentives

A transaction-based fee may reward completing a deal, even when retaining the current property is worth investigating.

The solution is to agree responsibilities, fees, reporting requirements and decision rights before the handover.

Who Should and Shouldn’t Outsource Property Management?

Outsourced property management is generally worth considering when the complexity of a portfolio exceeds the capacity or expertise of the internal team. It may be less appropriate when property requirements are straightforward, existing administration is effective and additional management costs cannot be justified.

Outsourcing may suit you if:

• Your business operates across several commercial locations.
• Multiple leases have different renewal dates and obligations.
• Property information is divided between departments or regional offices.
• You need regular rental benchmarking and portfolio reporting.
• Your business is planning expansion, relocation or consolidation.
• Management requires a clearer view of total property exposure.

Property owners may also benefit where several income-producing assets require coordinated performance analysis and strategic planning.

Outsourcing may not suit you if:

• You occupy a single property with a straightforward lease.
• Your internal team already provides reliable property oversight.
• You only require assistance with one clearly defined transaction.
• Your property portfolio is too small to justify ongoing external fees.
• The provider’s proposed services duplicate existing capabilities.

A targeted lease review or transaction-specific appointment may be more appropriate than a full outsourcing agreement.

For a broader explanation of when advisory support becomes useful, read Do You Need Corporate Real Estate Services?.

How Do You Choose the Right Outsourced Property Management Partner?

Choose a provider based on relevant commercial property experience, clearly defined responsibilities, reporting capability and transparent fees. The provider should understand the distinction between operating buildings, administering corporate leases and advising on portfolio strategy.

Before signing an agreement, ask the following questions.

1. What exactly will you manage?

Request a written scope that distinguishes administration, advisory services, transaction support, physical facilities operations and financial management.

Confirm which responsibilities are excluded.

2. What information will we receive?

Agree on reporting frequency and the information management needs.

Useful indicators may include upcoming lease expiries, total occupancy costs, unresolved issues, agreed savings initiatives and progress against property decisions.

3. Who has authority to make decisions?

Establish a responsibility and approval matrix.

The provider may prepare recommendations and conduct authorised negotiations, while the business retains approval of major transactions and expenditure.

4. How will legal and regulatory responsibilities be handled?

The Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority includes managing agents within its definition of property practitioners. Check whether the proposed scope requires registration and the relevant regulatory documentation.

If the provider handles trust monies, applicable requirements should be checked against the PPRA’s trust-account guidance.

Where personal information is transferred to an external operator, the parties should also address data protection responsibilities under POPIA, including appropriate contractual safeguards.

Building safety, technical maintenance and related compliance obligations must be allocated carefully. Appointing a service provider does not automatically transfer every duty arising under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Obtain qualified legal advice where necessary.

5. What happens if we end the agreement?

A good outsourcing contract should include a practical exit process.

Confirm who owns the data, which records must be returned, whether any termination charges apply and how outstanding work will be transferred.

The business should be able to change its service provider without losing the information needed to manage its properties.

How Galetti Corporate Services Approaches Outsourced Real Estate Management

Galetti Corporate Services provides corporate real estate advisory and outsourcing solutions for organisations managing leased and owned property portfolios.

The offering includes portfolio reviews, rental benchmarking, lease-related advisory, property strategy and support for transactions such as renewals, acquisitions and relocations.

As reported on Galetti’s Corporate Services website, the division has 72 property portfolios and 1,769 client properties under management. These are company-published figures and should be reconfirmed before publication.

The relevance of that portfolio exposure is the need for structured information and coordinated decision-making across properties with different commitments.

An example of this approach appears in Galetti’s August 2026 commercial lease audit and benchmarking guide.

The article describes a client engagement where relocation alternatives were assessed through a Request for Proposal process before the client decided to remain in its existing premises on improved commercial terms.

That example demonstrates an important principle.

An external property adviser should not begin with the assumption that a transaction is necessary. The recommendation should follow the evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions About Outsourced Property Management

Can a business outsource only its lease administration?

Yes. A business can appoint an external provider for lease administration without transferring its entire property function. The scope may include lease registers, expiry reminders, escalation checks and document management. Financial approvals, landlord relationships and strategic property decisions can remain internal. This is often suitable where existing operational systems work well but specialist lease oversight is required.

Does outsourced property management include rent collection?

Not automatically. Rent collection is commonly associated with traditional managing-agent services, while corporate portfolio outsourcing may focus on lease administration, cost analysis and strategic oversight. If rent collection is required, it should be expressly included in the mandate, with payment processes, accounting responsibilities and applicable regulatory compliance confirmed before work begins.

Who signs lease renewals when property management is outsourced?

The party authorised under the relevant legal and corporate arrangements signs the lease renewal. An external adviser may coordinate negotiations, review commercial terms and prepare recommendations, but this does not automatically authorise that adviser to bind the client. Signing authority, internal approvals and any power of attorney should be checked with appropriately qualified professionals.

Can you outsource management of both owned and leased properties?

Yes. An external corporate property function can support a portfolio containing both owned and leased properties. The work will differ according to the company’s interests. Leased premises may require occupancy cost reviews and renewal planning, while owned assets may require performance analysis, capital planning or disposal assessments. Physical building management must be scoped separately where necessary.

How quickly can property management be outsourced?

The time required depends on portfolio size, document availability, existing systems and the responsibilities being transferred. A straightforward lease administration mandate may require less preparation than a complex multi-location arrangement. An initial review, handover schedule and agreed milestones should establish a realistic implementation programme rather than relying on a standard promised turnaround.

Can you change outsourced property management providers?

Yes, subject to the termination provisions of the outsourcing agreement. Before appointing a provider, confirm notice periods, exit charges, data ownership and handover responsibilities. You should retain access to current leases, financial records, supplier information and outstanding action registers. A documented exit process reduces the risk of disruption when changing providers or returning functions in-house.

Outsourcing Property Management Should Give You More Control, Not Less

Outsourcing property management is not simply about transferring administration to another company.

It is about making your property portfolio easier to understand, manage and align with the needs of your business.

The right arrangement should provide clarity on costs, lease commitments, approaching decisions and accountability.

For organisations managing multiple properties, that can mean fewer disconnected decisions and a more coordinated approach to the portfolio.

If you are considering outsourcing, contact Galetti Corporate Services to discuss your current portfolio, the responsibilities you want to delegate and the information needed for an initial assessment.

Before committing, confirm the proposed scope, implementation timeline, reporting arrangements and written fee structure. There is no published standard fee or guaranteed turnaround for Galetti’s outsourced advisory mandates.

Cold Storage Cape Town: Food-Grade Warehousing in the Western Cape

For businesses evaluating cold storage Cape Town options, refrigeration capacity, food safety, electricity resilience and transport access matter more than headline rental alone.

The Western Cape’s food processing, agricultural, seafood and export operations have different warehousing requirements. A suitable facility must support the product being stored, the temperatures it requires and the way goods move through the building.

That distinction matters. A warehouse suitable for dry packaged food is not necessarily suitable for fresh produce, chilled dairy products or frozen goods. Even a building with existing cold rooms may require substantial work before it can support a new operator’s requirements.

Understanding these differences before signing a lease can help businesses avoid unsuitable premises, expensive alterations and interruptions to their supply chains.

Key takeaways

• Cold storage and food-grade warehousing are not interchangeable terms.
• Epping, Airport Industria, Montague Gardens, Paarden Eiland and Blackheath offer different logistical advantages depending on the operation.
• Refrigeration capacity, power availability, insulation and loading arrangements need to be assessed together.
• Food-storage premises are subject to hygiene requirements under South African legislation.
• Export cold stores handling products within the PPECB’s remit have additional inspection and approval requirements.

What Is Cold Storage and Food-Grade Warehousing?

Cold storage in Cape Town keeps temperature-sensitive goods within product-specific storage conditions using refrigeration, insulation, monitoring and controlled handling. Food-grade warehousing is broader. It covers facilities suitable for handling or storing food under applicable hygiene rules, including dry warehouses that do not need refrigeration. The correct specification depends on the products and operation.

The difference between chilled, frozen and dry food storage

Businesses often describe their requirements simply as food-grade warehousing. However, the type of product determines the facility specification.

Storage temperatures should never be selected from a general warehouse specification alone. They must reflect the actual product, food-safety controls and applicable regulatory or customer requirements.

For example, an exporter moving fresh fruit through a cold chain faces different operational demands from a wholesaler distributing frozen prepared meals.

The two businesses may require similar building sizes but entirely different refrigeration systems, loading processes and temperature records.

Cold Storage Cape Town: Which Industrial Areas Should You Consider?

The most suitable industrial area for cold storage in Cape Town depends on where products originate, how they are transported and where they must be delivered. Proximity to the port or airport can matter, but so can access to suppliers, processing facilities and local distribution routes.

Comparing five Western Cape industrial nodes

These are potential location matches, not confirmation that every available warehouse supports refrigerated food storage.

Epping Industrial: Established industrial infrastructure

Epping is worth investigating for food manufacturers, distributors and businesses seeking established industrial premises within Cape Town.

Its industrial stock includes factories, storage facilities and warehouses of varying sizes. However, older buildings can require more investigation before they are considered for refrigeration-intensive operations.

A prospective tenant should examine roof insulation, floor condition, electricity supply and whether the building can accommodate refrigerated rooms without restricting normal warehouse movements.

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Airport Industria: Connectivity for logistics operations

Airport Industria is a logical search area for businesses whose distribution requirements involve Cape Town International Airport or frequent movements onto the regional road network.

Warehouses in the node vary in specification, including modern logistics facilities designed for distribution and light industrial activity.

One consideration is whether a building designed for ordinary logistics can accommodate the refrigeration load and technical systems required by a food operator.

Browse industrial property in Airport Industria.

Montague Gardens: Distribution and wholesale operations

Montague Gardens offers industrial premises serving businesses across Cape Town and surrounding commercial areas.

The node is worth assessing for food wholesalers, packaging operations and distribution businesses that require warehouse access, offices and vehicle circulation.

For refrigerated operations, the evaluation should extend beyond floor area to include power availability, insulation options, waste management and the suitability of loading bays.

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Paarden Eiland: Port-oriented distribution

Paarden Eiland deserves consideration where a business’s operations depend on access to Cape Town’s port area, the city and surrounding distribution routes.

Location can reduce some transport requirements, but site layout remains particularly important for food operations involving frequent deliveries and dispatches.

Cold-storage tenants should assess how refrigerated vehicles will load and unload, whether goods can be protected from ambient temperatures and whether the available building can support the necessary equipment.

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Blackheath Industrial: Larger warehousing requirements

Blackheath may suit businesses seeking industrial premises closer to the eastern parts of Cape Town and routes serving inland distribution operations.

For food manufacturers and distributors requiring larger premises, the node is worth comparing with more centrally located industrial areas.

The decision should account for the routes travelled by suppliers and customers, the size of the refrigeration installation and the cost of moving goods between facilities.

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The important distinction: The best industrial location is not automatically the closest one to the port or airport. It is the location that supports the complete supply chain at an acceptable operating cost.

What Makes a Warehouse Suitable for Food Storage?

A suitable food-storage warehouse must support hygienic handling, product protection and the operational processes required by the occupier. Refrigerated facilities also need dependable temperature control, sufficient electrical capacity and building elements that can support the cooling installation.

1. Refrigeration and temperature control

Before considering a refrigerated warehouse, establish whether its cooling equipment can maintain the temperatures required by the intended products.

The assessment should cover refrigeration capacity, equipment condition, insulation, monitoring systems and the effect of frequent door openings.

Important inspection questions include:

• Can the facility maintain the required product temperatures under normal operating loads?
• Are temperature records available?
• Are sensors and monitoring equipment maintained and calibrated?
• Is refrigeration equipment included in the lease?
• Who is responsible for servicing and replacing major components?

Existing cold rooms should not be treated as proof that a facility is immediately operational.

A technical inspection by a suitably qualified refrigeration specialist is advisable before a tenant commits to the premises.

2. Electricity and continuity of operations

Refrigeration can represent a substantial component of a cold-storage operation’s electricity demand.

A tenant should confirm the available electrical capacity and compare it with a properly designed refrigeration load assessment.

This includes understanding whether the supply must also support compressors, lighting, forklifts, processing equipment and offices.

Backup power requires the same scrutiny. The presence of a generator does not establish that it can run all refrigeration equipment or support a full operational load.

Businesses should request information about generator capacity, fuel arrangements, maintenance and changeover procedures where backup systems are required.

3. Loading areas and temperature exposure

Loading arrangements influence how effectively a warehouse maintains product conditions during deliveries and dispatches.

Facilities handling chilled or frozen goods may benefit from insulated loading arrangements, suitable door seals and refrigerated staging areas.

The operational question is how long products may be exposed to unsuitable temperatures while vehicles are positioned, unloaded and processed.

A large warehouse with poor loading arrangements may be less suitable than a smaller facility with well-designed product flows.

4. Hygiene, drainage and pest management

Food storage brings requirements that ordinary industrial occupiers may not encounter.

The building should support the cleaning methods appropriate to the products handled, effective pest management and suitable waste arrangements.

Floor finishes, wall junctions, drainage and access to cleaning facilities need to be assessed against the proposed activities.

The presence of offices, ablutions and a concrete warehouse floor does not, by itself, make a building suitable for food handling.

5. Layout and segregation

Food operations often require separation between different products, processes or activities.

Depending on the operation, these may include receiving, storage, dispatch, packaging, cleaning and waste-handling areas.

An appropriate layout can reduce unnecessary product movement and help operators implement their food-safety procedures.

Where several temperature zones are required, the physical layout must also support controlled movement between those zones.

What Food-Safety and Export Regulations Apply in South Africa?

Food-storage operations in South Africa are subject to requirements that depend on the activities carried out and the products being handled. Domestic food premises and facilities involved in regulated export cold chains may also be subject to different approval and inspection processes.

Regulation R638 and the Certificate of Acceptability

South Africa’s Department of Health lists Regulation R638 of 22 June 2018 under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act.

R638 addresses general hygiene requirements for food premises, the transport of food and related matters.

The National Department of Health’s food-control regulations provide the official regulatory reference.

Within Cape Town, businesses intending to manufacture, store, distribute, prepare, transport or sell food intended for public consumption must apply for a Certificate of Acceptability, commonly called a COA.

The City of Cape Town’s Certificate of Acceptability application guidance explains the application process and documentation requirements.

The City states that its standard processing time is 10 working days, provided the application documentation is complete. The application itself is free.

An Environmental Health Practitioner assesses matters including building construction, hygiene, food-safety practices, pest control and waste management.

A COA is not a blanket approval for every possible food-related activity at a property. The certificate and its permitted scope must be checked against the intended operation.

PPECB requirements for export cold storage

Businesses storing export produce also need to consider requirements administered by the Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB).

According to the PPECB’s cold-chain management guidance, produce intended for export must be stored or handled in a PPECB-registered and approved cold store.

The PPECB requires annual inspections and certification for these registered facilities.

This is particularly relevant to businesses involved in applicable fresh-produce export operations.

A warehouse’s location near the port or its existing refrigeration equipment does not establish that it holds the necessary PPECB approval.

HACCP and additional food-safety requirements

HACCP, or Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, is a systematic approach to identifying and controlling food-safety hazards.

Food businesses may need HACCP-based systems or other food-safety certifications depending on applicable regulations, the products handled and customer requirements.

It would be incorrect to assume that every food warehouse automatically needs the same certification.

Food operators should establish their specific obligations before concluding a lease.

What Does Cold Storage in Cape Town Cost?

Cold-storage costs depend on more than the monthly rental per square metre. Refrigeration equipment, electricity, maintenance, fit-out obligations and operating arrangements can significantly change the cost of occupying two otherwise similar warehouses.

Base rental versus total occupancy cost

General industrial rental listings can provide useful location benchmarks, but they should not be presented as cold-storage rental rates.

For example, Galetti’s published King Air Industria warehouse listing in Airport Industria advertised 7 538 m² at R110/m² per month, equivalent to R829 180 monthly, excluding VAT, when reviewed in October 2026.

This is a general industrial warehousing example, not a confirmed refrigerated or food-certified facility.

The example illustrates why standard warehouse rental figures should be considered separately from the cost of specialist cold-storage infrastructure.

Costs to include in a cold-storage budget

There is no reliable single rental figure that applies to every cold-storage facility in Cape Town.

Purpose-built refrigerated premises and ordinary industrial buildings requiring conversion should be evaluated as different property products.

The hidden cost of converting an ordinary warehouse

A conversion may require insulated panels, refrigeration equipment, electrical upgrades, new doors and changes to internal layouts.

The scope depends on the existing building, the required storage temperatures and the intended operating capacity.

A lower-rent property can become more expensive over the lease term if substantial capital expenditure is required.

Before proceeding, obtain a written technical specification and a costed feasibility assessment.

Looking for industrial premises suitable for food storage? Galetti’s Western Cape industrial team can assess suitable locations and available stock against your refrigeration, loading, power and compliance requirements. A shortlist should identify which specifications are confirmed and which require a technical inspection.

How to Choose the Right Cold-Storage Facility in the Western Cape

Choosing a cold-storage facility should begin with the product and operating requirements, not the property shortlist. Once those requirements are documented, unsuitable buildings can be excluded before negotiations and technical assessments become expensive.

Step 1: Define the products and temperatures

Identify which products will be stored, the temperatures they require and whether separate storage environments are necessary.

Also establish the expected throughput, inventory volumes, pallet positions and any specialist handling requirements.

Step 2: Map the supply chain

Document where products originate, where they are delivered and how frequently vehicles will enter the property.

For importers and exporters, this includes the relevant ports, transport arrangements and possible storage or handling interruptions.

For local food distributors, delivery frequency and access to customer locations may be more important than proximity to export infrastructure.

Step 3: Compare operating models

Before committing to a dedicated warehouse, determine which approach is suitable.

Leasing an existing cold-storage facility may reduce the amount of new construction required, provided the equipment and premises meet the business’s needs.

Converting an industrial warehouse may provide greater control over the layout and refrigeration design, but introduces installation costs, approval requirements and additional project risk.

Using a third-party cold-storage operator may suit businesses that do not need exclusive premises or want to outsource parts of their storage and distribution operations.

These alternatives should be compared on total cost, operational control, flexibility and the handling requirements of the products.

Step 4: Conduct technical due diligence

A shortlisted property should undergo appropriate technical assessments before lease commitments become unconditional.

These may include refrigeration, electrical, structural, food-safety and municipal compliance reviews.

The relevant specialists should confirm whether the proposed use can be supported and identify necessary upgrades.

Step 5: Negotiate the property obligations

Cold-storage leases need particular attention to the ownership and maintenance of specialist equipment.

Tenants and landlords should establish who is responsible for refrigeration failures, electricity upgrades, equipment replacement and the removal of improvements at lease expiry.

The agreement should also address permitted use, access for maintenance, installation approvals and the condition in which the property must be returned.

A property lawyer should review the final legal obligations.

What Can Go Wrong When Leasing Food-Grade Warehousing?

The main risk is confusing an industrial building’s advertised suitability with verified operational readiness. Property descriptions cannot replace a technical assessment, inspection of existing equipment or confirmation that the intended food operation is permitted.

Assuming that existing cold rooms are functional

A property may contain refrigeration equipment that has not been tested against the proposed use.

The system could require servicing, replacement or additional capacity before occupation.

Underestimating electricity requirements

An available three-phase electricity connection does not automatically establish sufficient electrical capacity.

A detailed load assessment is essential when refrigeration equipment will operate continuously.

Treating certification as transferable

A previous food operator’s COA should not be assumed to cover a new business or different activities.

The incoming operator must establish the applicable certification requirements with the local authority.

Choosing a warehouse based only on rental

Rental savings may be offset by fit-out expenditure, refrigeration maintenance and higher transport costs.

Comparing total operating costs is more useful than comparing the lowest advertised monthly rental.

Overlooking exit obligations

Specialist refrigeration and insulation can be expensive to install and remove.

If the lease requires reinstatement, the tenant needs to account for that obligation when evaluating the total cost of occupation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all food-grade warehouses require refrigeration?

No. Food-grade warehousing includes facilities used for dry and ambient-temperature food products, as well as chilled and frozen goods. Refrigeration is necessary where the product’s required storage conditions demand it. Hygiene, pest control, appropriate handling and other food-safety requirements remain important even in warehouses that do not require cooling.

Can an ordinary industrial warehouse be converted into cold storage?

Yes, an ordinary industrial warehouse may be suitable for conversion, but this depends on its structure, electrical capacity, layout and permitted use. Refrigeration specialists and other relevant professionals should assess the building before installation. Landlord consent, building approvals and food-premises compliance requirements may also apply.

Does a cold-storage warehouse need a Certificate of Acceptability?

A warehouse that stores food intended for public consumption generally falls within the food-premises requirements addressed by R638, subject to the applicable legislative scope. In Cape Town, the City specifically requires businesses storing or distributing such food to apply for a COA. The operator should confirm its application and approval requirements before trading.

Is a Certificate of Acceptability the same as PPECB approval?

No. A COA addresses applicable hygiene requirements for food premises, while PPECB approval relates to regulated export cold-chain activities. A facility may need both, depending on the products handled and the operation. Businesses exporting perishable produce should confirm the applicable PPECB requirements rather than relying solely on a municipal certificate.

Is Epping or Airport Industria better for refrigerated warehousing?

Neither location is automatically better. Epping may be suitable for metropolitan distribution and industrial processing, while Airport Industria may be considered by operators prioritising airport connectivity and regional logistics. The preferred location depends on the delivery network, available facilities, electrical infrastructure and total operating costs.

What should tenants check before signing a cold-storage lease?

Tenants should verify refrigeration capacity, equipment ownership, electricity supply, backup arrangements, loading access and the condition of the building. They should also confirm the property’s permitted use, relevant food-safety requirements and responsibility for maintenance. Technical inspections and written cost estimates should be completed before accepting significant fit-out or reinstatement obligations.

Find Industrial Property for Food Storage in the Western Cape

Whether you require an existing refrigerated facility, a food-compatible warehouse or premises that could be adapted for specialist storage, the property search should begin with your operational requirements.

Galetti Corporate Real Estate assists businesses with commercial and industrial leasing, sales and property advisory services.

Contact Galetti with your preferred location, required floor area, product type, temperature requirements and power specifications. The team can assess available properties and identify which options warrant further technical investigation.

Explore available industrial properties in the Western Cape or enquire about premises that meet your food-storage requirements.