Schedule of Condition

Schedules of Condition are an essential benchmark at the time of taking up a lease on a commercial property, due to the maintenance responsibilities which are commonly placed on a tenant. Under the terms of a lease the tenant will be required to return the building to the landlord in no worse condition than when the lease was taken. The tenant is responsible for repairs, maintenance and even replacing parts of the building, fixtures or fittings.

Sometimes the tenant is required to improve the condition of the property during the course of the lease. A Schedule of Condition details the condition of the building and is always accompanied by a set of photographs.

Schedules of Condition may also be required before extensive building work which may cause damage to neighbouring premises, or as part of an Award document made under the provisions of the Party Wall Etc Act 1996.

At Johal Regan our surveyors can provide a Schedule of Condition both at the start and at the termination of the lease. The report will provide an accurate summary of the condition of the property together with any defects prior to occupation.


Schedule of Dilapidation

At or towards the end of a lease, it is normally necessary to establish the condition of a building to assess whether the repairing covenants and other parts of the lease have been adhered to. A Schedule of Dilapidations is normally prepared where the landlord's surveyor believes that there are necessary works required to the building to comply with the terms of the lease. Examples of dilapidations include a broken window or leaking roof. Costs for repair are usually prepared as part of the schedule.

A Schedule of Dilapidations allows the landlord to be compensated for wear and tear to the building. We will act for landlords in preparing a claim, or for a tenant who wishes to defend a claim.

At Johal Regan our surveyors have a detailed knowledge of the practice of dilapidations and all legal implications. We provide up-to-date and clear advice, and have many years of experience providing Schedules of Dilapidations for a wide range of commercial properties. Dilapidations are a complex issue but with the advice of our Chartered Surveyors you can have peace of mind, whether you are a landlord or a tenant.


Schedule of Works

If you are planning building works such as major refurbishment or extensions, it is important to seek advice from a Chartered Surveyor who will draw up a Schedule of Works. This technical report details the building works including the materials, electrical and plumbing requirements.

Our highly skilled surveyors have provided Schedules of Works for a variety of commercial buildings including industrial, retail, offices and care homes. They can identify areas of work and future maintenance which have not previously been considered and which will add value to the property. The report can include drawings, maps and photographs.