Dilapidations: The Law & The Reality

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Dilapidations disputes are covered by both detailed and complex legislation as well as the Dilapidations Protocol.  But what do the rules mean in practice and how are most claims conducted by the parties and their advisers?  This talk will look at the law as well as how claims are managed on the ground, together with some interesting insights into enforcing repair obligations during the term of a lease. Topics covered will include:

• Early issues to consider: standard of repair, reinstatement of alterations, establishing breach
• Preparing and responding to a claim: complying with the Dilapidations Protocol
• Section 18 issues
• Options for exploring settlement
• Interesting cases on specific performance

Emma Preece, Associate, Real Estate Disputes, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP