Overview
Site inspection quality directly affects lease quality. Many post-signing issues come from incomplete inspections. This checklist helps teams evaluate buildings consistently.
Market context and tenant needs
Building disclosures vary widely. Use one standard inspection template to compare options fairly.
Selection checklist
- 1. Net usable area and actual efficiency.
- 2. Floor layout and column impact.
- 3. Elevator capacity and peak-hour performance.
- 4. HVAC quality and cooling consistency.
- 5. Power capacity and backup reliability.
- 6. Overtime policy and related charges.
- 7. Parking capacity for staff and visitors.
- 8. Delivery and loading access.
- 9. Fire safety conditions and operation records.
- 10. Handover condition and fit-out timeline.
- 11. Draft contract terms and constraints.
- 12. Expansion options in the same building.
Recommended process
Score each site immediately and store evidence photos by area. Then shortlist negotiation candidates within 24 hours.
Risks and controls
- No evidence archive: always keep dated photos and notes.
- No draft contract review: request draft before deposit.
- No peak-hour test: inspect during rush periods.
Conclusion
A checklist moves decisions from intuition to data, reducing costly corrections after signing.