Repairs, Dilapidations and Schedules of Condition.
An expensive minefield for the uninitiated!
Commercial leases usually come with substantial obligations as to the repair and condition that premises must be kept in. Mistakes can be extremely costly, so it is vital to get professional guidance. Whether you are a landlord or a tenant SH Surveyors can provide you with expert help on these repairing obligations.
• Schedule of Condition: SH Surveyors will carry out a properly prepared Schedule of Condition for you at the beginning of the lease. This will accurately record the condition of the property and protect your position at the end of the lease.
o For landlords – you can use this to show that a defect did not exist at the start of the lease.
o For tenants - this can help you to limit your repairing liability, for example if a poorly maintained flat roof starts to leak and causes damage to your business.
• Schedule of Dilapidation: We can prepare a Schedule of Dilapidations at the end of a lease, or when a lease is about to be assigned to a new tenant. This lists the defects for which the current tenant is liable
o For landlords – we can advise you when it is appropriate to serve a schedule of Dilapidations or a Repairs Notice, and can arrange for the building work to be done and then demand the cost or negotiate damages from the tenant.
o For tenants - we can advise you on notices served by the landlord and negotiate on your behalf with the landlord or his agents.
SH Surveyors will protect your interests and ensure that you are compliant with the latest litigation protocol.
For further information email us on enquiries@shsurveyors.co.uk or telephone 020 8434 3500