Clapham High Street and the commercial areas around Clapham Junction contain a significant concentration of retail, hospitality and office premises where dilapidations claims arise. We act for both landlords and tenants to resolve these matters efficiently.
Our surveyors prepare and negotiate terminal schedules, interim schedules and supersession accounts for properties across Clapham. We have detailed knowledge of local lease terms and the commercial property market in this area.
Preparation of terminal dilapidations schedules at lease end, identifying all breaches of repair, decoration and reinstatement covenants.
Mid-lease schedules requiring tenants to address repair obligations before the lease expiry date.
Acting for tenants to challenge inflated claims, negotiate settlements and advise on the most cost-effective approach to compliance.
Quantified claims under Section 18 of the Landlord and Tenant Act, reflecting the diminution in value of the reversion.
A terminal schedule is served at or near lease end, listing all breaches of the tenant repair, decoration and reinstatement covenants, with costed remedies.
Yes, early advice allows tenants to carry out cost-effective repairs during the lease term rather than facing an inflated claim after vacating.
Yes, we regularly act for landlords of retail and restaurant premises along Clapham High Street and the surrounding commercial streets.
Most claims settle through negotiation. We prepare robust schedules and negotiate to achieve a fair commercial outcome, avoiding costly litigation wherever possible.