Commercial services
Photographic schedules of condition
Create a clear written and photographic record of the property at an agreed point in time.
Request a schedule of conditionEstablish a useful condition record at the outset
A schedule of condition records the visible state of a property before a lease begins or before building works take place. A dated record helps the parties refer to the condition observed at that stage.
WHBC prepares schedules with written descriptions and photographs arranged by location. The inspection scope is agreed around the intended use, whether that concerns a whole premises or selected areas near proposed works.
A record that is straightforward to refer to
- Inspection scope: agree the areas to be recorded and the purpose of the schedule.
- Condition descriptions: document the visible state of accessible building elements and existing defects.
- Photographic record: include referenced photographs that show the location and detail of the observations.
- Inspection context: record the date and any access restrictions affecting the evidence obtained.
What you receive
A written and photographic schedule provides a dated record organised by area or building element. References connect the observations with the relevant images. Where the schedule is intended to accompany a lease, it can be supplied to your solicitor for review and incorporation into the agreed documents.
Example scenario: taking a lease of a workshop
Before a proposed workshop lease is completed, a tenant could commission a schedule recording existing floor damage and the condition of internal finishes. The tenant’s solicitor would then advise how the schedule should be used with the lease wording.
Questions about this service
Arrange it before the lease begins or before the relevant building work starts. Early instruction allows time to agree access and provide the record before the documents are completed or site conditions change.
That depends on the lease wording and how the schedule is incorporated. Your solicitor should confirm the intended effect. A condition record alone does not amend the obligations in a lease.
Yes, subject to agreeing the relevant areas and obtaining permission for access. The schedule records the condition seen at the inspection and can provide a reference if later changes need to be considered.
A schedule primarily records visible condition at a particular time. A building survey provides broader assessment and advice on defects or repair needs. If you need both a record and technical advice, tell us so an appropriate scope can be agreed.
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