I was recently commissioned to inspect commercial premises that my client was negotiating to lease. The premises were the subject of a fire and repairs.

Landlord was not coming forth with sufficient level of detail in regard to the property repair and that left my client with unease.

I inspected the property and prepared the report outlining the approvals and certificates to look for and the landlord’s and tenant’s obligations in relation to the maintenance of essential services.

The last I heard was that my report was very useful, the landlord had come good with the documentation requested and subject to town planning approval they would sign the lease agreement.

I applaud my client for the foresight in doing his homework before committing to the lease contract.

That is exactly the way it should be done.