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GJS Dillon has proudly supported Moreton Business Park over the past two years, delivering expert building surveying services to one of Herefordshire’s most prominent commercial estates.

About Moreton Business Park

Established in 2001, Moreton Business Park is a leading business estate strategically located in Herefordshire. The site comprises six high-quality commercial warehousing units ranging from 6,301 sq ft to 576,000 sq ft, with over 700,000 sq ft currently occupied by tenants including M&M Direct, Kevothermal, Imperial Commercials, Rob Jones, SMT, Trekkit, Safeguard Medical Technologies, and FläktGroup.

Set within 227 acres of landscaped surroundings, the park benefits from outline planning permission for 315,000 sq ft of additional development across 120 acres, positioning it as a key location for future business growth.

Our instruction: Schedule of Condition Surveys

In 2023, GJS Dillon was appointed to undertake a series of Schedule of Condition surveys on various warehouse units in preparation for new lease agreements. Acting on behalf of the landlord, our role was to provide a detailed record of each unit’s condition prior to tenancy commencement, helping to mitigate risk and protect the landlord’s long-term asset value. A Schedule of Condition is a vital document used to record the state of a property before a lease begins. It helps prevent disputes at the end of the lease regarding damage, alterations, or dilapidation claims, learn more here.

Our approach

Our work involved:

• Detailed on-site inspections of each unit prior to the start of new leases
• Production of a comprehensive written report, documenting both internal and external building conditions
• High-resolution photographic records, including aerial drone imagery to provide a complete overview

These deliverables provide a robust foundation for lease agreements and ensure clarity for all parties.

Additional support provided

In addition to Schedule of Condition surveys, we also delivered:

• Dilapidations Surveys – identifying lease liabilities to support lease-end negotiations [Learn more]
• Roof Defect Reports – assessing structural and maintenance concerns for ongoing asset management [Learn more]

These supplementary reports provided Moreton Business Park with a proactive maintenance strategy, further strengthening the estate’s resilience and long-term operational success.

Lewis Horner, Operations Manager at Moreton Business Park comments,

“We have been working with GJS Dillon for just over 24 months. During that time Rob Cant has carried out many different surveys for us on a variety of our units, including,  schedules of Condition, schedules of dilapidation, roof inspection surveys and defects reports. 

The reports are always extremely thorough with detailed descriptions and supporting photos (particularly useful for elevations and roofs). The reports area easy to comprehend and the attention to detail means the report provides an accurate recording of the property’s condition, to prevent any future issues occurring between landlord and tenant.

GJS Dillon are qualified and experienced professionals and this is evident with their attention to detail, customer service and turnaround times. Their help and advice on how to approach different situations, is valued and trusted. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend GJS Dillon for any building surveying or consultancy requirements.”

Why Choose GJS Dillon for your building surveying services

As chartered building surveyors with extensive experience across commercial and industrial properties, GJS Dillon ensures that all Schedules of Condition are delivered to the highest professional standards. Our expertise helps clients:

• Protect property value
• Avoid legal disputes
• Ensure lease clarity
• Plan future investments with confidence

For more information about our building surveying services, Herefordshire or further afield, please speak with our team on 01905 676169 or email info@gjsdillon.co.uk

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