Dilapidations
Our approach to dilapidations is in accordance with the RICS guidance note in dealing with dilapidations, the common law principles of how loss should be calculated and the Preaction Protocol for Claims Damages (the ‘Dilapidations Protocol”) produced by the Property Litigation Association. This balanced and reasonable approach is intended to keep dilapidation matters out of the courts and therefore avoid, where possible, unnecessary costs.
The law of dilapidations is constantly evolving as the courts establish precedents and Government enact new regulations, such as the Civil Procedure Rules.
We are experienced in acting on behalf of both landlords and tenants and have dealt with all dilapidation matters for parties varying in size from private individuals to blue chip companies such as Vodafone.
However, practical and professional advice is not reserved for the UK’s biggest companies; we are always pleased to take on dilapidations instructions whatever the size of your company or property interest.
Niche practice with extensive knowledge
Contact usPROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION services
BUILDING SURVEYS
Detailed inspections and clearly written reports from experienced professionals.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Bespoke, high quality, traditional or cutting edge form and function.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Pre and post contract design and build procurement services.
DILAPIDATIONS
Acting to Property Litigation Association (PLA) Protocols for both Landlords and Tenants.
PARTY WALLS
Serving and responding to statutory notices, preparing and agreeing awards.
PROJECT MONITORING
Monitoring of developments for banks and other funding institutions.
INSURANCE
Reinstatement Cost Assessments and damage reinstatement management.
EXPERT WITNESSES
Surveyor’s / Architect’s negligence, building contract disputes, etc.
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
Complete administration of The Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) suite building contracts.
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David Adams, Vodafone
Many thanks for your help in obtaining a truly cracking final result. We will not hesitate to use Assinder Turnham again and we know where to come when we next need miracles!
