ORS is currently working with Meath County Council to inspect 1,200 rented properties. The properties are being inspected to ensure compliance with The Minimum Standards in Rented Accommodation 2017 guidelines (S.I 17/2017). The key inspection areas include: Structural condition Fire safety Ventilation Gas, oil and electrical installations Heating facilities In relation to rental accommodation, typical inspections on behalf of County Councils and private landlords include conditions surveys in three specific areas: Window restrictors: Where a window
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The ORS Building Surveying team is often asked: “Why are you recommending a property boundary survey when we use Ordinance Survey Ireland (OSI) detail anyway?” A fair question, but the answer is often a little more complicated. The reason for this recommendation is to have a clear picture of the true ground position of the
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Managing dilapidations is a complex and specialist area within the commercial property sector. Dilapidations arise due to a tenant’s failure to comply with obligations concerning the state and condition of the premises. The formal contract between a landlord and tenant, known as a lease, outlines obligations and covenants that both parties enter into to ensure
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UNDERSTANDING INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MEASUREMENT STANDARDS The new International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS) for commercial office space have become mandatory for the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI). They apply to members operating in this area since February 2016. The new RICS Property Measurement Professional Statement, stipulates that gross internal area (GIA) will be the standard
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Muscovite mica presenting serious risk to homeowners In recent years the presence of excessive quantities of muscovite mica in blockwork has affected up to 5,700 dwellings across the country, most notably in Co. Donegal and Mayo. Having first come to public knowledge in 2013, the issue has caused a considerable amount of stress and anxiety
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Building Information Modelling (BIM) at ORS Building Information Modelling (BIM) has significant benefits for organisations with numerous assets. It provides the 3D tools and aligned processes to produce a collaborated, information rich virtual asset. Tap into our experience in the production of fully collaborated designs, through BIM, to realise the following associated efficiencies as a
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Land Registry Compliant Mapping & why you may need it! Land Registry Compliant mapping (LRC mapping) Carrying out a survey of a property boundary can be a highly detailed and intricate process which requires a variety of skills. The basic steps involved may include some or all of the following: Initial client consultation. Governmental and title research of the subject property
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