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Schedules of Condition and Defects
Schedules of Condition and Schedules of Defects are utilised in various scenarios, presented in an easy-to-understand format with accompanying photographs and drawings when applicable. Schedules of Condition are typically created before entering into a lease agreement, as part of an Award document under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, and prior to any building work on leased properties. Schedules of Defects, on the other hand, are more targeted reports used before significant building work that may impact neighbouring properties.
Prior to Lease Agreement
Schedules of Condition document the state of premises intended for lease. When included in the lease agreement, they protect the tenant by limiting the landlord’s ability to claim for repairs under a Schedule of Dilapidations at the lease’s end.
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996
A Schedule of Condition must be created for adjoining properties before proposed building work under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This schedule is attached to the Party Wall Award and is checked post-works to identify any damage.
Prior to Works on Leased Premises
Landlords usually require a Schedule of Condition before any alterations to leased premises to protect adjoining properties that could be affected. This schedule is also checked upon completion of the work to assess any damage and agree on remedial actions.
Before Major Building Work
Schedules of Defects focus on specific issues that have arisen and serve as a benchmark to evaluate potential future damage related to specific construction activities and their impacts.
