Dilapidations Settlement for an Industrial Tenant in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire
Client: Commercial tenant (Tentbox)
Property type: Light industrial / office
Size: 7,000 sq ft
Location: Chandlers Ford, Hampshire
Project Overview
Our client, Tentbox, a commercial tenant in Chandlers Ford, was approaching the end of their lease on two light industrial units totalling 7,000 sq ft. The units, constructed around a steel portal frame with brickwork and steel cladding, formed part of a larger terrace of matching properties.
The tenant faced a significant dilapidations claim from their landlord and needed expert advice to negotiate their end-of-lease obligations and achieve a fair financial settlement instead of carrying out costly reinstatement and repair works.
Our Role as Dilapidations Consultant
Appointed as the tenant’s building surveyors specialising in dilapidations, HORDE acted on behalf of Tentbox to interpret the lease terms and protect their interests throughout the process.
Our Process
- Lease and Schedule Review – A detailed review of the lease documents and the landlord’s schedule of dilapidations to assess the validity and scope of the claim.
- Negotiation – Acting as the tenant’s representative, we liaised with the landlord to agree a fair and reasonable settlement figure.
- Advice and Strategy – Ongoing guidance for the client to ensure transparency and minimise risk throughout the negotiations.
Outcome for the Tenant
HORDE’s building surveying team achieved a highly positive outcome:
- Settlement agreed before lease expiry, giving financial certainty to both landlord and tenant.
- Avoided the need for expensive and time-consuming reinstatement works.
- Allowed the client to exit the premises free of all liabilities.
What Our Team and Client Say
Steve Willington, Senior Building Surveyor:
“This is a successful example of how early engagement with a specialist dilapidations consultant can deliver a well-managed exit strategy, protecting tenant interests and reducing end-of-lease risks.”
Oliver Shruville, Tentbox:
“It was great working with HORDE. They bring a breath of fresh air to the surveying world with the modern way in which they work. Would recommend and use again.”
Final Thoughts: Don’t Skip the Survey!
If you are a tenant facing a dilapidations claim in Hampshire or beyond, our team can help you negotiate a fair settlement and achieve a smooth lease exit.