Common use of Communication with Governmental Authorities Clause in Contracts

Communication with Governmental Authorities. Without limiting the generality of the provisions in Section 8.1.1 and except as otherwise permitted or required by this Agreement, Purchaser shall not, through its officers, employees, managers, contractors, consultants, agents, representatives or any other Person (including, without limitation, Purchaser’s Inspectors), directly or indirectly, communicate with any Governmental Authority or any official, employee or representative thereof, involving any matter with respect to the Property or the Business without Seller’s prior written consent, which may be withheld in Seller’s sole discretion. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Purchaser and its representatives and consultants shall have the right, without any requirement to obtain the consent of Seller, to (i) review building department, health department and other local Governmental Authority records with respect to the Real Property and the operation of the Business and to request confirmations or certifications from zoning or land use authorities or departments regarding the compliance of the Property with zoning and land use laws, and (ii) apply to the applicable Governmental Authority for any licenses or permits necessary or desirable for the Purchaser’s continued operation of the Business after the Closing.