Business Details
9 Years
experience
Commercial Property Experts in Diss
Chapman Chartered Surveyors is a client-focused commercial property consultancy established in 2017 by Oliver Chapman, a Chartered Surveyor with over 20 years' experience. Our approach prioritises active listening to understand client objectives, delivering tailored advice and action across all aspects of commercial property. We combine extensive local knowledge of East Anglia with national expertise in retail, industrial, office, leisure, and development land sectors. Our team maintains rigorous attention to detail while fostering transparent relationships built on trust and professionalism. Regulated by RICS, we provide impartial guidance through complex processes such as lease negotiations, business rates appraisals, and planning applications.Our property management services ensure landlords maximise investment value while tenants secure fair market terms. With a proven track record in development land sales and expert witness capabilities, we serve individuals, companies, and institutional clients across the UK. Our regional market understanding enables clients to achieve optimal outcomes in property transactions and strategic planning. We maintain thorough knowledge of evolving property legislation and market trends to deliver reliable, forward-thinking solutions. Our commitment to client interests remains unwavering, whether handling single property instructions or managing large-scale portfolios.
Services
Agency Sales
Lettings
Business Rates
Valuations
Landlord Services
Tenant Representation
Property Management
Planning Advice
Development Land Sales
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in commercial property surveying
- Our team holds RICS professional accreditation
- We maintain extensive local knowledge across East Anglia
- We provide rigorous attention to detail in all instructions
- Our approach prioritises client interests through transparent communication
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Agency Sales
We handle commercial property sales across retail, industrial, office, and development sectors. Our regional market knowledge ensures optimal pricing strategies and targeted marketing campaigns. Clients benefit from our established network of potential buyers and transparent transaction management.
Business Rates
Our RICS-qualified team conducts business rates appraisals and negotiates with the Valuation Office Agency. We manage formal appeals when necessary, providing expert representation to ensure fair assessments for properties of all sizes.
Landlord Services
We offer comprehensive property management solutions including rental valuations, lease assessments, and income collection. Our services help landlords maximise returns while maintaining compliance with legal requirements and market standards.
Planning Advice
Our planning experts provide strategic guidance for development projects at all stages. We specialise in option agreements, land promotion, and securing planning permissions for sites ranging from small plots to large-scale developments.
Valuations
As RICS-registered valuers, we provide Red Book-compliant valuations for various purposes including company accounts and pension fund investments. Our assessments combine market analysis with technical expertise to deliver accurate property valuations.
People
Oliver Chapman
Chartered Surveyor
With over 20 years' experience, Oliver established the commercial property department at TW Gaze in 2002 before founding Chapman Chartered Surveyors. He specialises in all aspects of commercial property and holds RICS accreditation.
Joyce Barnett
Property Manager
Joyce manages property operations and client relations with 10 years' experience working alongside Oliver. Her expertise covers property management, client liaison, and business administration within the commercial property sector.
Keeley Chapman
Agency Manager
Keeley oversees the agency side of the business, combining property expertise with her background in customer service and legal administration. She manages property transactions while balancing family commitments and creative pursuits.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide sales, lettings, valuations, business rates appraisals, landlord/tenant representation, property management, and planning advice for commercial properties across East Anglia and the UK.
How can you help with business rates?
Our RICS-qualified team conducts business rates appraisals, negotiates with the Valuation Office Agency, and manages formal appeals to ensure fair assessments for commercial properties.
Do you handle property management for landlords?
Yes, we offer comprehensive property management services including rent collection, lease assessments, service charge administration, and compliance monitoring to maximise investment returns.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Our planning experts provide strategic guidance for development projects, specialising in option agreements, land promotion, and securing planning permissions for various site sizes.
What valuation services do you provide?
We offer RICS Red Book-compliant valuations for company accounts, pension funds, and private clients, combining market analysis with technical expertise to deliver accurate property assessments.
