Dilapidations
From single instructions to complete portfolio management, we’re leaders in dilapidations. Through our co-authoring and development of protocols, we have close links with the RICS. Our in-house barrister is regarded as one of the top real estate KCs in this complex area of law. Together we secure the best possible outcomes for landlord and tenant clients.
- Market-leading expertise: We’re recognised as leaders in dilapidations, with a commercial mindset and a pragmatic, proactive approach.
- Proven track record: We deal with more than 1,300 instructions
a year, and our role goes beyond problem solving, creating solutions that enable you to plan ahead for a better outcome. - Maximising landlord value and protecting tenants: You can trust us to secure you the best possible lease settlement, delivered rapidly and without fuss.
- Legal counsel: We are the only independent commercial building consultancy offering in-house legal counsel, with Nicholas Dowding KC, widely regarded as one of the UK’s top real estate KCs.
- Advisers to the RICS: We’ve worked with the RICS since its foundation to draft the RICS guidance note, and regularly contribute to RICS isurv Dilapidations. We’re frequently called on for expert opinions in key dilapidations cases.
- Joined up approach: We collaborate closely with our M&E team and other in-house specialisms, so that you have precisely the capabilities you need, all working together.
Read our guides
Dilapidations guide for occupiers
Read our 2022 dilapidations settlement rates
2022 Dilapidations settlement rates
Alistair Cooper
Director
Dilapidations
Products
- Assessment of dilapidations liability for tenant / landlord
- Break clause advice and guidance on compliance works
- Compliant FRS 102 accountancy assessments for occupiers and guidance with compliance / negotiating financial settlements
- Drone surveys and data capture
- General strategy advice / implementation / Section 18 (1) guidance
- Interim / terminal defenses for tenants
- Itinerary schedules
- Monitoring compliance works for landlords / tenants
- Negotiating scope of works for tenant
- Preparation of interim / terminal claim for landlord
- Portfolio dilapidations management for tenants / landlords
- Preparation of schedules for landlords and negotiation of financial settlements
We deal with more than 1,300 instructions a year. We recover an average of over £40m a year through dilapidations claims for landlords and save over £6m a year for tenants.
