Extended Title Commercial Lease Forfeiture Involved Securing a Commercial Unit and Documenting Its Condition in Bradford
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The Situation
Commercial lease forfeiture requires a careful and methodical approach, particularly when premises have multiple entry points and security features that need to be addressed. In this case, the property was a commercial unit in Bradford, with a main entrance protected by a metal security door and padlock, alongside a large shutter door at the front of the premises.
The property appeared to remain in use and was in overall good condition. The team needed to gain access, change the relevant locks, document the condition of the premises and ensure the property was left secure following the forfeiture.
After searching for commercial lease forfeiture in Bradford, the client Strikes Property Services Group.
Our approach
Roy Bennett attended the premises alongside a locksmith to carry out the commercial lease forfeiture. A key safe was opened, providing access to the property’s keys. The padlock securing the metal entrance door was opened, and two new padlocks were supplied. The two mortice locks on the main door were also opened and changed.
As the property appeared to have an alarm system, notices were displayed on the entrance door before the team entered. The alarm sounded when the door was opened. The team proceeded with the required work and took photographs throughout the premises to record their condition.
Inside, the team found a large shutter door with a false wall and two internal glass doors positioned in front of it. Both internal doors were locked using the keys already in place, which were left in the keyholes for additional security. The property also had a rear fire door that could only be opened from the inside.
Photographs were taken of the different areas, and the team documented the work carried out. Body-worn camera footage was also recorded throughout the attendance. Once the work was complete, the doors were locked to secure the property, and the keys were sent by special delivery as instructed.
Outcome
The forfeiture was completed in approximately 30 minutes. The main entrance locks were changed, new padlocks were supplied, notices were displayed and photographs were taken to document the premises.
The property was left locked and secured, with the keys sent on as instructed. The structured approach enabled the team to complete the required work efficiently while maintaining a photographic record of the property’s condition.
