We worked closely with the developer during the final stages and whilst leaseholders started taking occupation. We liaised with the new leaseholders and residents to answer any queries. It was at this stage that we were looking for Directors for the new Resident Management Company (RMC).

Once all the properties were sold a meeting was held with all the leaseholders. At the meeting the budget was reviewed and an explanation was provided about all about the services in the building and the costs associated with those services. The need for a suitable reserve fund was explained to leaseholders and they agreed an amount that should be allocated to the reserve fund every year

We are managing the development on behalf of the Landlord and also collect the ground rent.

A specific defects report was commissioned. The report, whilst listing some of the work needed, also highlighted that due to the complexity of the roof, not all roof slopes or voids could be inspected.

Jennings and Barrett commissioned a drone survey to enable a thorough inspection of the entire roof (no easy task on the compact plot). Specialist RICS surveyors CWA, based in Sidcup, were appointed to produce the specification, manage the works and sign them off upon completion. Three roofing contractors were invited to bid for the roof refurbishment.

Experienced contractors, Capital Roofing Ltd based in Blackheath, were awarded the contract. The work included renewing lead flashings and valley gutters, installing new Velux skylights and re using the existing stained-glass windows in new hardwood frames. There was also some work to chimney stacks carried out.