Joshua Weston BSc (Hons) MRICS

Overview Alterations made during your tenancy. such as installing new partitions, changing flooring, adding specialist fixtures, can significantly increase your dilapidations liability if not managed correctly. Here we explain what dilapidations liability means in the context of alterations, how damages are calculated (especially regarding alterations vs. repairs), and whether a landlord can still claim dilapidations … Read more

Overview Understanding tenant repair obligations is one of the most effective ways to control dilapidations exposure at the end of a commercial lease. Across the UK’s principal industrial and logistics markets from the Golden Logistics Triangle (Rugby, DIRFT, Daventry, Magna Park) to the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, South East and port-centric logistics hubs tenants regularly … Read more

Overview A well-planned lease exit strategy is critical for any commercial tenant, particularly those occupying industrial, warehouse and logistics property. Across the UK’s major logistics and industrial hubs including the Midlands logistics heartlands, the M1/M6/M42 corridors, the North West, Yorkshire, the South East and port-centric distribution locations we regularly see tenants incur avoidable costs simply … Read more

Overview A dilapidations cost estimate is one of the most important and most misunderstood elements of commercial lease planning. For occupiers of industrial, warehouse and logistics property, dilapidations can represent a six- or seven-figure liability if not properly anticipated. Across the UK’s core logistics heartlands from the Golden Logistics Triangle (Rugby, DIRFT, Daventry, Crick, Magna … Read more

Introduction As chartered building surveyors specialising in dilapidations, we stress the power of photographic records and professional surveys in protecting tenants. These tools provide clarity, credibility, and leverage, especially when it comes to defending against unjust dilapidations claims. 1. Build Your Defence with a Schedule of Condition A Photographic Schedule of Condition: a combination of … Read more

Introduction As seasoned chartered building surveyors specialising in dilapidations across the UK, we’ve observed that a tenant’s response to a Schedule of Dilapidations can dramatically influence the outcome. The way you approach, review, and negotiate can make all the difference. Both in legal clarity and financial consequence. Here’s your step-by-step guide to handling these claims … Read more