77-81 High Street Shirley, Southampton

Client: Undisclosed
Location: 77-81 Shirley High Street, Southampton
Type: Dilapidations Case Study
Property Type: Commercial premises
Instruction: Post-lease dilapidations advice and inspection

The property had been occupied for a number of years, during which various elements of the building fabric had deteriorated.

🔹 The Challenge

Following lease expiry, concerns were raised regarding the overall condition of the property. In particular, issues included:

• Evidence of water ingress
• Deterioration to internal finishes
• Defects associated with the roof and building fabric
• Potential long-term maintenance implications if left unresolved
• A clear and structured dilapidations strategy was required to protect the landlord’s position and support future reuse of the building.

🔹 Our Dilapidations Approach

BAS Property Consultants undertook a detailed inspection of the premises to assess compliance with the tenant’s repairing obligations under the lease.

Our services included:

• Visual inspection of all accessible areas
• Identification and documentation of disrepair
• Assessment of likely remedial works
• Strategic advice on dilapidations liability
• Support to inform negotiations and settlement

Our advice focused on commercial realism, ensuring the landlord’s position was robust while remaining proportionate and evidence-led.

🔹 Outcome & Result

The inspection findings provided the landlord with a clear understanding of the property’s condition and the scope of remedial works required.

By presenting the defects clearly and professionally, BAS helped support informed discussions regarding dilapidations liability and future repair strategy, allowing the landlord to move forward with confidence.

🔹 Why This Matters

• Dilapidations claims can be complex, particularly where water ingress and long-term deterioration are involved. This instruction highlights BAS Property Consultants’ ability to:
• Identify and evidence building defects
• Provide clear, practical dilapidations advice
• Protect landlord interests at lease end
• Deliver commercially focused outcomes

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