About Property Services

The Property Services department ensures that the Council's property is used to its full potential, and advises on all property matters.

We offer:

Valuation advice

These services include:

A comprehensive valuation service to all Business Groups on all property matters including strategic property advice
Asset valuations and upkeep of the Council's register of land and properties
Rating appeals on Council owned property
Advice on ownership of property
Preparing and submitting offers to Council tenants under "Right to Buy" and "Tenants' Choice" schemes
Acquisition of property by agreement and by compulsory purchase powers
Promoting development in accordance with the Council's economic, planning and environmental policies

These services include:

Undertaking the estate management of the Council's commercial property portfolio including leasehold properties held to enable the Council to discharge its statutory duties and policies
Identifying opportunities to maximise the use of Council's property portfolio to generate additional income
Acquiring accommodation for Council departments and voluntary groups
Disposal of surplus Council property
Negotiating on all aspects of property management on behalf of the Council and its Business Groups
Dealing with London Residuary Body disposals and enquiries

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