Schedule of Condition
A Schedule of Condition is a detailed record of the physical condition of a property at a specific moment in time, usually prepared before a commercial lease begins.
At Cowie Consulting, our Chartered Surveyors produce comprehensive Schedule of Condition reports that document the state of a building in detail, supported by clear descriptions and extensive photographic evidence.
The report establishes a reliable baseline for the property’s condition, helping prevent disputes and protecting both tenants and landlords from unfair repair claims at the end of a lease.
What is a Schedule of Condition?
A Schedule of Condition is a professional survey report that records the exact condition of a property when a lease is agreed.
It provides a clear written and photographic record of the building, documenting visible defects, wear, deterioration and the general state of each element.
The survey typically covers:
- External walls, roofs and structural elements
- Floors, ceilings and internal finishes
- Windows, doors and joinery
- Decorations and surface condition
- Fixtures, fittings and services where visible
- External areas and site condition
High-quality photographs accompany the written report to provide a visual record that can be relied upon years later.
Why is a Schedule of Condition Important?
Most commercial leases include repair obligations, often requiring tenants to keep the property in repair or return it to a defined condition when the lease ends.
Without a documented record of the building’s starting condition, disputes can arise over what damage occurred during the tenancy and what defects were already present.
A Schedule of Condition provides certainty by clearly recording the building’s condition at the start of the lease.
What's included?
Our Schedule of Condition reports typically include:
- A detailed written description of the property’s condition
- Photographic evidence of key elements and defects
- Clear identification of deterioration, damage or wear
- Coverage of both internal and external elements
- A structured report suitable for attaching to a lease agreement
The report is designed to be clear, objective and legally robust, allowing it to be relied upon during lease negotiations or at the end of a tenancy.
HERE TO HELP
An opening discussion, not only in relation to condition, is important but, in these changing times, reviewing possible development potential can also be extremely beneficial.
Our discussions are fluid, practical and focused on your objectives, and we are always on hand to help and guide you.
