People & property
Property & conveyancing
Taking on a building is one of the biggest commitments an organisation makes. We advise on the property decisions that matter to cultural and charitable organisations, and handle the conveyancing through a trusted associate, so you have joined-up support from one place.
Who this is for
Charities and cultural organisations buying, selling or leasing premises, taking on a venue, renewing or reviewing a lease, or being asked to sign a property document they do not fully understand.
Whether it is a first small space or a major building project, we can help.
At a glance
- Leases reviewed before you sign
- Charity-law steps for selling and leasing
- Estate and stakeholder negotiations
- Conveyancing through a trusted associate
How we help
We advise on property decisions in the round: whether a lease protects you, what a landlord’s terms really commit you to, how repairing obligations and break clauses will play out over the years, and the charity-law requirements that apply when a charity sells or leases its land.
The conveyancing itself, the searches, contracts and completion, is carried out by a trusted associate, while we stay involved on the wider legal and governance side. You get the transaction done and the advice around it without assembling a team yourself.
Talk to us
Not sure where to start? Book an online appointment and we will point you to the right help.
Email hello@proartsplus.co.uk or call 0330 127 1414 during office hours.
How it works
- Understand
We start with what you are trying to achieve. - Review
We flag the risks and the charity-law steps. - Coordinate
We work with our associate on the conveyancing. - Complete
We make sure the pieces join up.
You deal with us throughout.
Why ProArtsPlus
Property in this sector carries risks a general conveyancer might not spot: charity-law requirements, venue-specific obligations, and long-term commitments a small organisation has to live with. We have looked after the estates of cultural organisations, from leases to sensitive negotiations with neighbours.
Frequently asked questions
Do you handle the conveyancing yourselves?
The conveyancing is carried out by a trusted associate we work with, while we advise on the wider legal, charity-law and governance side.
What should a charity check before signing a lease?
The length and break clauses, repairing and service-charge obligations, permitted use, and whether the lease fits the charity’s purposes and finances. We review it and tell you plainly what you are committing to.
Are there special rules when a charity sells or leases its land?
Yes. In many cases, before agreeing a sale or a longer lease, the trustees must get and consider a written report from a designated adviser and be satisfied that the terms are the best that can reasonably be obtained. We make sure the right steps are taken so the trustees are protected.
Can you review a lease we have been offered?
Yes. We review the terms, explain the risks, and tell you what to negotiate before you sign.
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