Dilapidations
Dartmouth Group provides professional dilapidations advice and support for commercial landlords and tenants. Our Chartered Building Surveyors help clients understand their repairing obligations, assess potential liabilities and achieve practical, commercially focused outcomes.
We can provide building surveys, schedules of dilapidations and wants of repair, measured plans and elevation drawings, project management services and support with the negotiation of interim and terminal dilapidations claims.
Commercial Dilapidations Advice
Dilapidations can represent a significant financial consideration for both landlords and tenants. Repair, reinstatement and redecoration obligations within a commercial lease can result in substantial works or claims, particularly as a lease approaches expiry.
Our surveyors provide clear advice on the condition of the property, lease obligations and potential costs, helping clients plan ahead and reduce the risk of unexpected liabilities or disputes.
Support for Landlords and Tenants
For landlords, we can assess the condition of a property, identify breaches of lease obligations and prepare detailed schedules of dilapidations. We can also assist with negotiations and oversee any necessary remedial works.
For tenants, we can review schedules received from landlords, assess the extent of the claim and provide advice on the most appropriate course of action. Seeking advice early can help tenants manage costs and decide which works may be beneficial to complete before the end of the lease.
Our Dilapidations Services
Our services include:
- Interim and terminal schedules of dilapidations
- Schedules of wants of repair
- Building condition inspections
- Repair and reinstatement advice
- Measured plans and elevation drawings
- Dilapidations claim negotiations
- Project management of remedial works
Practical Commercial Advice
Every property and lease is different. Our experienced team combines detailed building surveying knowledge with a practical understanding of the commercial considerations surrounding dilapidations.
We work closely with landlords, tenants and their professional advisers to provide clear recommendations and help achieve an appropriate outcome while minimising unnecessary cost, delay and disruption.
