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Strategic Property Advisory & Expert Representation

Property disputes and high-value transactions require more than a simple valuation figure. They demand strategic thinking, technical depth and the ability to withstand scrutiny from opposing experts, solicitors and the Tribunal.

At BN Surveyors, we provide specialist advisory and expert representation services to private clients, investors, estates and legal professionals across London and the Southeast.

Our role is to combine valuation expertise with commercially grounded advice, ensuring that decisions are defensible, proportionate and aligned with long-term objectives.

We frequently advise on complex matters involving enfranchisement, development potential, estate management and litigation support.

Our Services

  • We prepare formal expert reports compliant with Civil Procedure Rules and Tribunal requirements. Our reports are:

    • Independent and impartial

    • Evidence-led and transparent

    • Structured to withstand cross-examination

    • Prepared in accordance with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Valuation – Global

    • Standards (Red Book) where appropriate

    • We act in lease extension disputes, enfranchisement matters, valuation challenges and diminution claims.

  • We represent clients before the First-tier Tribunal, providing:

    • Negotiation strategy

    • Joint statement preparation

    • Expert valuation evidence

    • Attendance at hearings

    • Settlement guidance

    • Our objective is always to resolve matters efficiently, but we are prepared where formal determination becomes necessary

  • For investors and estate owners, we provide strategic review services including:

    • Lease length analysis

    • Ground rent exposure assessment

    • Asset repositioning advice

    • Hold vs sell evaluation

    • Long-term value optimisation

    • We support both private individuals and structured ownership vehicles.

  • Where development potential is being considered — including airspace, basement extensions or estate intensification — we provide:

    • Residual valuation advice

    • Development value assessment

    • Diminution analysis

    • Negotiation strategy

    • Estate impact review

    This is particularly relevant in Prime Central London where development value can materially affect enfranchisement or lease negotiations.

  • We advise on complex negotiations involving:

    • Estate-managed buildings

    • Freehold disposals

    • Collective enfranchisement structures

    • Development rights

    • Restrictive covenant interpretation

    • Our role is to ensure that valuation logic aligns with legal strategy and commercial objectives.

  • Where a landlord proposes to dispose of a freehold interest, qualifying leaseholders may have rights under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987.

    We advise on:

    • Valuation of the freehold reversion

    • Premium assessment

    • Section 5 Notice pricing

    • Collective purchase strategy

    • Negotiation with institutional freeholders

    • Clear valuation advice at this stage can materially influence outcome and timing.

Our Approach

We approach every instruction with three priorities:

  • Technical accuracy

  • Commercial realism

  • Strategic clarity

We understand that high-value property matters often involve multiple advisers. We work collaboratively with leading London solicitors, managing agents and planning professionals to ensure a coordinated and robust outcome.

Why Choose BN Surveyors?

  • Director-led advice

  • Tribunal-ready reporting

  • Experience across Prime Central London estates

  • RICS-regulated firm

  • Clear explanation of valuation methodology

  • Strong negotiation track record

  • Professional Indemnity Insurance

  • You will deal directly with the surveyor handling your matter — not a delegated team structure

Who We Act For

  • Private leaseholders

  • Resident management companies

  • High-net-worth individuals

  • Corporate landlords

  • Trustees and estates

  • Solicitors and litigation teams

Pricing & Timescale

Fees are quoted depending on complexity and scope.

  • Initial Strategic Consultation:
    From £950 + VAT

  • Expert Witness Reporting:
    Quoted following review

  • Tribunal Representation:
    Bespoke proposal

Timescales vary depending on statutory deadlines and Tribunal listings.

Require Strategic Valuation or Expert Representation?

020 7101 3382info@bnsurveyors.com

Contact us to discuss your matter and receive a clear proposal outlining scope, fee structure and next steps.

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