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Right of First Refusal

Indicates a ROFR on specific adjacent or building spaces.

By Angel Campa, Founder · Updated March 2026

Why This Field Matters

A ROFR gives a growing tenant the right to match any third-party offer on adjacent space, providing expansion security without committing to additional space upfront. Without a ROFR, a competitor could lease the space next door, or the landlord could price the tenant out. The ROFR is particularly valuable in tight markets where available space is limited and relocation costs are high.

Where to Find It in Your Lease

Found in the "Options" or "Expansion" section, sometimes as a separate addendum. Look for the specific spaces covered, the matching period (typically 5-10 business days), and whether the ROFR survives renewal.

How Lextract Extracts This Field

Lextract uses a combination of AWS Textract OCR and Claude AI to identify and extract the right of first refusal from your lease PDF. The AI searches for all pages of the document, then assigns a confidence score based on OCR quality and extraction certainty. Fields with lower confidence are flagged for human review.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a ROFR and a ROFO?

With a ROFR, the landlord first secures a third-party offer, then the tenant can match it. With a ROFO (Right of First Offer), the landlord must offer the space to the tenant first, before marketing it externally. ROFOs give tenants earlier access but less pricing information.

How long does a tenant have to decide on a ROFR?

The typical response window is 5 to 10 business days from receipt of the third-party offer terms. Some leases allow 15-30 days for larger spaces. The tight deadline requires tenants to have pre-approved expansion budgets and space plans ready.

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