Commercial property

When it comes to buying, selling or leasing commercial property, we know you can’t afford the uncertainty of long drawn-out transactions. With Kidd Rapinet you can be sure of a fast and reliable commercial conveyancing service.

Our clients come from all sectors of the economy – including independent landlords, small family businesses, local authorities, utility boards, multinationals and banks. Whoever we represent, we’ll devote the same dedication and experience to ensure your commercial property transaction proceeds smoothly and with minimum delay.

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Fixed fee pricing putting you in control

Property law can be complex, involving ownership, use, access, covenants and a host of other issues so our fixed pricing policy means that whatever happens you stay in control of costs. Our experienced commercial property lawyers avoid the jargon, explaining the law to ensure you avoid expensive pitfalls.

Local authority planning agreements

If you’re looking to develop a commercial property, we can help you negotiate with the local planning authority under Section 106 (requiring developers to mitigate the impact of new property on the local community) and Section 278 (for developments that involve changes to public highways).

Like any conveyancing transaction the timescales vary on the readiness of parties involved and the complexity of the transaction.  On average it can take 6 to 12 weeks from initial agreement, however, multiple parties and more complex transactions will take longer.

Local authority searches for planning issues or restrictions, Environmental searches to search for any risks e.g. contamination, Water & drainage – to ensure property is connected to services and Title searches to check legal ownership and any encumbrances on the property.

Thorough investigation of the property to uncover any liabilities or potential issues is key.  Planning permissions and regulations, environmental compliance, details of leases and obligations and much more all form part of the solicitors due diligence in a commercial property purchase.

A commercial conveyancing solicitor is required for the purchase or sale of any commercial property.  This can be an office, a shop, an industrial unit or any other type of commercial building.

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    Our Services

    Our commercial property services include:  sale and purchase of offices, shops, warehouses, factories and industrial estates, hotel and golf course development schemes, landlord and tenant agreements, business leases and dilapidations, environmental and planning issues and negotiations with planning authorities.  We also offer acquisition and disposal of businesses with significant property elements and company secretarial service for clients with property portfolios.

    Commercial Property Sale & Purchase

    Our experienced commercial solicitors have acted in many different commercial circumstances for clients buying or selling offices and shops to warehouses and factories.

    Hotel & Golf Course Schemes

    With substantial commercial investments we carry out thorough due diligence to ensure legitimacy of the business opportunity, we carry title checks and compliance.  We can draft or review purchase agreements, joint venture agreements etc. Naturally we check for health and safety and industry compliance.  We also assist with risk management and finance and structuring.

    Landlord & Tenant Agreements

    Our focus with Landlord and tenant agreements is to draft a comprehensive document that is fair but robust enough to protect both parties.  We aim to harvest good relations while incorporating specific clauses and attention to detail. Whether your tenancy agreement is for a retail outlet, an office premises, warehouse or a.n.other commercial building, you can be assured of a well drafted commercial tenancy agreement.

    Business Leases & Dilapidations

    If you are looking to renew or take out a business leave or need help with dilapidations on an existing commercial lease, we can assist.  Our commercial solicitors will review the terms of the lease clarifying obligations and reinstatement, employing surveyors where required.  We will help find ways to mitigate costs and negotiate on your behalf.

    Environmental Planning

    Our commercial solicitors naturally keep up to date on the latest changes in environmental law and policies and their impact upon operations or projects.  We guide our clients through necessary compliance to meet local, national and international environmental standards.

    Business Acquisition & Disposal

    From reviewing contracts, liabilities, compliance, intellectual property rights and much more our commercial solicitors have a wealth of experience in assisting with Business Acquisitions. We can further assist with negotiating terms, drafting and reviewing contracts including confidentiality agreements, employment contracts etc.

    We also help businesses with the steps required for insolvency, including guidance on procedures, restructuring options and directors’ responsibilities.

    Company Secretarial Services

    We support companies in adhering to relevant laws and standards.  We can handle issues relating to shares, agreements, contracts and industry-specific regulatory requirements including data protection and anti-money laundering.

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    “Richard has been highly focused at all times with this commercial transaction.  I am very grateful to him for bringing this over the line within the timescales required.”
    Commercial conveyancing client, Slough, Berkshire
    Cameron KinrossCommercial Property