Photographic Schedule of Condition

Photographic Schedule of Condition

A Schedule of Condition is a detailed photographic recording of a property’s condition which is usually retained to use at a future time to ascertain the previous condition of the premises, such as when a lease was taken on. These can be useful for both residential and commercial properties.

The reports will include a table showing different elements of the building structure and can if required also cover fixtures and fittings. The table will include the location, photographic evidence and a comment on the condition. Services are not usually included in such a Schedule of Conditions as specialist reports are normally required in this respect. The report is then usually signed by the landlord and the tenant.

When used correctly, they can give a greater weight of argument should the state of repair be disputed. Schedules of Conditions are often used when trying to limit the liability of a party to the lease or sale.

The layout of the Schedule will normally include: –

• The purpose of the Schedule
• Details of the location and extent of the property included in the schedule
• Any restrictions on the inspection
• The date of inspection and the weather conditions at that time.
• A general brief description of the property.
• The purpose for which the schedule may be relied upon.
• Table including location, element, photographs and condition

Any specific tests that have been carried out and recommendations for any specific tests which may be needed (these are usually charged as an additional fee, agreed by the instructing parties)