Commercial Property Services

“A huge part of the success of the Managing Agent role is directly related to establishing and maintaining sound and effective procedures and having a trusted and available central contact point for shareholders, that is where you fit in….. Thanks to your (largely) unseen work in the background, the implementation of a brand new managing agency facility for three very different MANCOs and in the teeth of a Global pandemic has been remarkably smooth”.

DT, April 2021

“Thank you for making the marketing and leasing of my premises as quick and straightforward a process as possible”.

PA, November 2021

“Ryan continues to provide a wonderful service, looking after my two properties in Lyme Regis. He oversees every aspect apart from rent collection and lettings and is almost most assiduous in his work”.

Mrs MO, December 2020

“I am pleased to confirm the lease you provided has been accepted. Well done for a tremendous effort in diligently working through all of the requirements and steps to what I believe to be a viable way forward and a platform to continue to develop into the future”.

HW September 2021

Why Symonds & Sampson LLP Commercial Property Services?

Our focus is on our client and providing honest, reliable and commercially minded advice which maximises the value of our client’s asset whilst protecting their position.

Operating throughout the south west, our agents can assist with most types of commercial property, including retail, leisure, industrial and office sectors as well as management of a variety of types of estates, from residential blocks to mixed-use estates.

The south west is becoming increasingly more connected with major travel networks. The M4 corridor to the north and M5 running through the west of our region, the A303 trunk road and major railway lines already enable strong commercial activity from independent businesses as well as larger regional and national corporations.

With an interest in ensuring our community thrives, we work closely with our clients to maximise opportunities and develop working relationships between occupiers, landlords and tenants.

Dorchester office 01305 261008

Yeovil office 01935 423526

Valuation

Symonds & Sampson act on behalf of a number of institutional and private clients in providing professional Red Book valuation services across the full spectrum commercial property sector.

Valuations are a key tool for both investors and owner occupiers in order to actively manage their commercial property assets and can be used for a diverse range of purposes, including:

• Valuations for both investors and owner occupiers

• Secured lending valuations

• Pension fund valuations

• Valuations for tax planning

• Insurance reinstatement cost assessments

• Company evaluation for account reporting

• Probate, acting on behalf of property owners and executors

Our commercial team are well equipped to assist with a variety of valuation requirements focus on identifying the best use for our client’s asset and look to realise opportunities for improvement in both rental and capital values.

Our local market knowledge and experience within the region means that we are able to provide constructive professional advice to our clients.

Dorchester office 01305 261008

Yeovil office 01935 423526

Commercial Agency

Symonds & Sampson are leading commercial agents throughout the region involved, acting on behalf of clients with the sale, purchase and letting of numerous commercial and mixed use property assets.

We have expertise of all commercial property including offices, retail, leisure and tourism, industrial units, rural diversification and investment projects. Our strengths include:

• An established network of local, national and international investors and occupiers

• Acquisition services for purchasers including professional advice and valuations

• Sale of property by auction, tender and private treaty to ensure the best price is achieved

• Strong local and regional presence

We offer a comprehensive commercial property investment advisory service tailored to suit individual clients’ needs.

Our commercial agency team are here to provide guidance on all aspects of commercial property investment, from identification of the perfect property through to completion of a purchase and finding suitable tenants.

Dorchester office 01305 261008

Yeovil office 01935 423526

Property Management

Symonds & Sampson take great pride in providing the highest level of service in property management of residential; commercial and agricultural assets. Whether held by Freehold, Leasehold or Commonhold, we have the expertise to oversee the day to day issues.

We offer tailored day-day management services of property assets on behalf of our clients, supported by our client accounting department which enables us to efficiently manage rent and service charge collection on behalf of our clients and where applicable handle the administration of property accounts.

Residential Block Management

• Working with residents’ associations, resident management companies and long leasehold management arrangements.

• Residential property management companies

• Residential developments and estates

• Residential blocks of flats

Commercial Property Management

“Working with tenants and fully utilising the building to the best of its ability is in everyone’s interest. Ultimately if the tenant’s business is able to flourish, the landlord’s asset will become more desirable.”

We look to both protect and maximise the value of our client property interests and assets. We have an established a presence within the region we establish and develop strong landlord and tenant relationships which helps to support both the business occupiers and the performance of a landlord clients’ property assets.

We work with occupants and landlords to ensure that let premises remain occupied. We believe that a fundamental element of this process is working with occupants to provide a building that gives them the best chances of running a successful business.

We are also able to undertake regular property inspections on behalf of our clients’ and provide advice in relation to the structuring of commercial lease agreements and the management of tenant applications, in close collaboration with our clients’ solicitor and legal representatives.

Resolution of disputes

• Mixed use, estate & property management

• Management of communal facilities and infrastructure

• Private industrial and retail estate and business parks

Dorchester office 01305 261008

Yeovil office 01935 423526

Landlord & Tenant Advice

Symonds & Sampson can assist with all aspects Landlord and Tenant matters, including rent reviews and lease renewals for retail, office and industrial premises as well as some specialist properties. This is a sector of the property business that requires expert knowledge of land law as well as prevailing market conditions.

In commercial property the rent review process is often defined by the lease and interpreted by the surveyor or if you fail to agree, by an independent third party through representation. Lease renewals including setting the rent are governed by the overarching legislation in the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (unless opted out) which is a slightly more complex matter. Working in conjunction with solicitors we advise upon notices required and indicative rents to ensure our clients’ positions are best protected

We are also able to offer Formal Representation at third party determination as well as Expert Witness in Court settlements.

We provide both tenants and landlords with advice in line with our client’s objectives whether that is to maximise returns or future proof their portfolio.

Some of the services we provide include:

• Management of Lease Renewals

• Rent Reviews & Market Rent Appraisals

• Landlord/Tenant Negotiations

• Lease Review and Property Inspection Services

Dorchester office 01305 261008

Yeovil office 01935 423526

Development & Town Planning

As an established regional firm Symonds & Sampson have built a large network of clients for whom we work to secure planning permission for a range of developments.

This may involve securing the consent for a range of purposes directly for a development site through permitted development or alternatively, working with a developer or promoter to secure planning permission on the landowner’s behalf so that no initial cost is encountered.

We also work with an extensive range of developers and promoters to identify and secure potential sites for both residential and commercial development.

• Applying for planning permission

• Applying for change of use

• Dealing with reserved matters

• Development consultation

• Certificate of lawfulness

• Negotiating option or promotion agreements

• Selling and acquiring land on behalf of land owners and developers

Sturminster office 01258 472244

Building Surveying & Design

Symonds & Sampson surveyors have experience dealing with all types and ages of property, and constantly assess the implication of any new regulations and legislation to implement any action required.

Our Services

• Architectural Design; development, new build, conversions, refurbishment and extension

• Development Monitoring

• Planning and Building Regulations Design and Advice

• Detailed Design and Procurement

• Project Management

• Building Surveys and Due Diligence

• Heritage Property

• Insurance Reinstatement

• Preparation of Schedules of dilapidations and Schedules of condition

Wimborne office 01202 882103

Residential Sales

With 11 sales offices across the region, our agents have the local knowledge to guide you through selling or purchasing your home.

Rural Services

Our rural agents can assist with diversification, BPS & grants, wayleaves, easements, tenancies, valuations, compensation and much more.

Planning

Our team of planning consultants keep abreast of ever-changing legislation to help you secure planning permission for a wide range of developments.

Property Letting

A dedicated team of qualified letting agents and property managers to ensure your tenancy runs smoothly.

Auctions

We hold regular auctions across the region, selling houses, building plots, investment and development opportunities, land and farms.

Commercial

Our commercial agents can help with the sale, purchase, letting, management, valuation and rent reviews of your commercial property.

Farm Agency

Specialist farm and land agents with vast experience and market knowledge in selling and buying anything from paddocks and plots to commercial farms and country estates.