The term dilapidation refers to the state of disrepair in a property where there is a legal liability for the condition of disrepair. Most property Leases include Covenants where by the Tenant is obliged to return the premises to the Landlord in a good state of repair. If the Tenant fails to look after the building, the Landlord at the end of the lease will receive back the property of less value than he may have contemplated.
We can act for either Landlord or Tenant in preparing or defending dilapidation claims and have extensive experience in dealing with claims over the last 20 years. In acting for Landlords we prepare Schedules in order for them to be served upon Tenants but in some instances we also act for Tenants where there may be scope to dispute a Schedule that has been served. Our extensive Dilapidations knowledge extends from a good working knowledge of both residential and commercial Leases. We have represented large corporate clients in defending Schedules with considerable success and financial savings. In addition to general dilapidations we also undertake condition reports that may be prepared prior to the onset of a new Lease that can in time act to save thousands of pounds for the tenant. We act for Managing Agents in respect of tenants alterations where consent for alterations are required under the terms of Leases. We advise on the preparation and agreement of the necessary Licences. | 
