Final Approval For Hinkley Point C - Local Businesses Expanding?!

The final project go ahead for the construction of Hinkley Point C has been approved!  Whatever your views are on the nuclear industry, one thing is certain.  Somerset is on the cusp of undergoing a major economic boost.  For many local businesses this will mean a review of their existing premises.  Corporate Building Consultancy are able to assist businesses with their property needs in a variety of ways.

Space Planning & Property Assessment:  In the first instance it’s important for a business to be sure that moving premises is the best option.  To establish this, we are able to look at your existing premises and business and advise on the best option for you.  Through clever space planning we can often make adjustments which effectively increase the ‘useable’ space.  One of our clients was once convinced that they needed to invest a significant sum of money on a new property.  Our assessment of their existing premises however revealed that – with some clever space planning – they actually had enough space at their existing site.  This saved them half a million pounds!

Commercial Building Survey:  If a business does need to move to a larger premises Corporate Building Consultancy undertake comprehensive Commercial Building Surveys.  Our reports are invaluable when negotiating good lease terms or the freehold acquisition price.

Dilapidations:  One element of moving premises which is often overlooked is the matter of Dilapidations.  The decision to move most be informed by the cost of leaving your existing premises.  Considering your strategy to limit your dilapidation liability is crucial.  Corporate Building Consultancy are experts in this complex area of law.  We act for both tenants and landlords and advise many local Somerset firms on dilapidation matters.

Design and Project Management:  Sometimes the best option for a business is to extend or alter their existing premises.  Our in-house design team are able to advise on all aspects of building alteration, refurbishment and extension.

If you require any assistance with your existing or new premises, contact one of our Chartered Surveyors Mark Brothwell DipSurv FRICS on 01934 710 789 or mark@corporatebuildingconsultancy.com