Adlington Retirement Living were progressing with the development of a new retirement living scheme in Knaresborough and required a formal Schedule of Condition of the primary access road leading into and out of the development site. As construction traffic would be required to use the existing road infrastructure for the duration of the works, the client sought a clear, independent record of its condition prior to commencement.

JCA Consulting were appointed to undertake a full photographic Schedule of Condition to protect the client from potential future disputes relating to damage allegations, reinstatement liabilities, or third-party claims.

The road and kerbs were inspected on a visual-only basis, with all observable defects recorded in detail

The completed schedule provided the client with a comprehensive, time-stamped record of the road’s condition, forming a reliable baseline against which any subsequent changes could be assessed.

Work Involved:

• Undertaking an initial visual inspection of the access road, kerbs and associated boundaries.
• Preparing a comprehensive photographic schedule capturing existing defects, surface deterioration, cracking, wear and general condition.
• Structuring the schedule to clearly reference locations, descriptions and photographic plates.
• Advising on the use of the schedule for managing future claims and validating any alleged construction-related damage.
• Providing a clear statement of limitations, including areas that were covered or inaccessible at the time of inspection.

The Schedule of Condition delivered by JCA Consulting provided Adlington Retirement Living with a robust and impartial record of the road’s condition prior to construction works. This document now acts as a valuable reference point for assessing any post-construction changes and supports fair and transparent decision-making should damage claims arise.

The project demonstrates JCA’s capability in producing clear, evidence-based condition reporting to support clients in managing risk, protecting their interests, and ensuring accountability throughout the construction process.