CS&R provides comprehensive Technical Due Diligence surveys and reporting for commercial property acquisitions. We assess commercial, industrial, hotel, leisure, aged care, education, and retail assets for both investment and occupational purposes.
Technical Due Diligence is the process of inspecting, reviewing, analysing, and assessing a property on behalf of a prospective purchaser. Most commercial property transactions in New Zealand now involve a Technical Due Diligence assessment undertaken by a Chartered Building Surveyor or professional engineer.
When completed properly, the process provides the information required for a purchaser to make a fully informed investment decision. This depends on the quality of the inspection, the depth of the defects analysis, and most importantly, the ability to produce a clear and practical report that supports decision-making rather than overwhelming the reader with unnecessary detail.
CS&R provides a responsive and highly practical service tailored to the New Zealand market. Our reports are designed to deliver clear insight within the often-tight timeframes of due diligence periods and settlement schedules.
Our Services (including specialist sub-consultants) include:
Full building inspection of exterior, interior, building fabric, and structure, with defect analysis
Inspection of building services and fire protection systems (where required)
Energy audit and sustainability commentary
Structural Initial Evaluation Procedure (IEP) and seismic assessment (where required)
Assessment of the property against statutory and Building Act requirements
Review of local authority compliance matters
Review of ground conditions, environmental and planning considerations
Preparation of Schedules of Repair and costings to support purchase negotiations
Forward maintenance schedules and lifecycle cost projections
Advice on potential fit-out arrangements and future expansion opportunities
Our services can be scaled to suit the risk profile, timeframe, and budget of each client, ensuring the right level of investigation and reporting for every transaction.
GET A QUOTE"We were introduced to David by our lawyers to sort building problems. His building expertise and detailed reporting is simply commendable. He has in depth knowledge about the building industry. His commitment to the project and dedication to resolving issues is highly professional.”
Rajesh Shukla, THL Online