Commercial Property

Preparation of detailed building surveys prior to the purchase of freehold or leasehold interests in commercial and industrial property.

We are able to act on behalf of either building owner, or the adjoining owner. We can assist with:

• Serving of Notices.
• Preparation of Awards and Schedules of Condition.
• Negotiation and Publication of Awards.

Management of the design and construction process on new build and major refurbishment projects from inception through to completion.

Whether you are a Landlord or Tenant, we can provide expert advice in order to simplify the complexities of the dilapidations process.

Our services include:

• Preparation of Interim and Terminal schedules of dilapidations
• Negotiation of dilapidation settlements, for both landlords and tenants
• Dilapidation assessments for both landlords and tenants which can be used as a means of negotiation, applying for tax relief or for future business planning purposes such as determining whether to activate a break clause in a lease, etc

We  provide comprehensive condition survey suitable for appending to a ‘full repairing lease’, this is in order to minimise any potential dilapidations claims against our clients.  Our condition surveys contain a photographic schedule and also narrative in order to ensure the condition of a property is appropriately recorded and documented to safeguard our clients.

Our Cost Assessment Reports are tailored to suit each building or property block.

Our services include:

• Inspecting the building or property block.
• Assessing age and construction methods used together with any site restrictions.
• Carrying out detailed measurements.
• Calculating rebuilding costs, including demolition and professional fees, using RICS pricing publications.

• Feasibility studies and budgets
• Cost planning
• Measurement of construction work
• Preparation of final accounts
• Contract administration
• Employers agent
• Bills of quantities
• Project management

Where alterations to buildings are proposed under a leased property, a licence for alterations will need to be agreed.  Manor Surveyors have all the necessary experience and expertise to advise both landlords and tenants on an appropriate course of action, when a change to a building is proposed and undertaken.

Whether you’re the owner of a single building, part of a residents’ association, or own a large property portfolio, we can provide a detailed PPM Schedule to enable effective budgeting and management whether it be over a 5, 10 or 15 year maintenance period.