All work is carried out on a fee basis.
The first hour's consultation with Adrian in his office is FREE OF CHARGE.
A deposit is required for an initial visit to any project overseas.
fees
Fees are charged in one of two ways:
1. On a fixed hourly rate (minimum 4 hours) when:
- work is on a short time basis
- the value of the contract is less than £25,000
- the work is of an advisory nature - including all advice for litigation
An hourly rate will be quoted and agreed in writing with clients before any work is undertaken.
2. On a percentage basis (of the total value of the contract):
- The percentage varies depending on the geographical position and the degree of difficulty of the contract
- The percentage rate will be quoted and agreed in writing with clients before any work is undertaken.
expenses
Expenses may include:
1. Fees to local authorities
In the UK, Planning Authorities charge set fees for applications for planning approval/permission and for Building Regulations.
2. Duplication of contracts and plans
All contracts require sufficient copies for distribution to: the site; local authorities; contractors for invitation to tender. The exact number required cannot always be determined at the outset of a job.
3. Travel
Travel expenses will be claimed for contracts in France and the Channel Islands and for distances exceeding 25 miles in the UK.
This includes Peage (road tolls in France).
NB: Whenever possible travel costs are shared between clients - particularly when working on contracts in France.
4. Subsistence Expenses
For accommodation in 2 or 3 star hotels and for living and out of pocket expenses.
NB Whenever possible subsistence expenses are shared between clients - particularly when working on contracts in
France.
5. Telephone/Faxes (long distance, ie over 50 miles)
This excludes French contracts where the fee structure includes the cost of necessary phone calls to France.
6. Translation of Documents
Documentation is generated for the language of the country of contract. If the client wishes to have these contract documents translated into any other language (ie translation is not necessary for carrying out the contract) he must pay for the translation.
