Estates Management

“Simplifying complex estate and telecom agreements for landlords – Arc Partners”

In the UK, estate management has changed drastically over time, moving beyond just the basic duties of maintenance and collection of rents. The rapid growth of telecommunication networks and increased pressure to maintain an asset’s value add significant complexity to the issues faced by landlords and property owners. Arc Partners offers a range of strategic Estates Management services designed to support their clients through these challenges.

Key Stats About Estates Management

According to IBISWorld, the property management sector in the UK is worth over £33 billion with a strong demand for professional estate and asset faults and around 24,000 property management businesses operate in the UK. ISPreview states that as of Spring 2025, around 86% of UK homes can access gigabit capable broadband which has increased from 83% last year.

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What Does Estates Management Really Mean for UK Property Owners?

The management of UK estates relates to the mid- to long-term maintenance and enhancement of the value and flexibility of an asset. It provides a strategy to safeguard the landlord’s position (by way of agreement) and secure the ongoing benefits of the estate for the future.

Core Activity of Estates Management

Estate management encompasses the management of long-term leases, agreements and wayleaves for a given asset:

  • Understanding and securing the rights of Owners of land and buildings
  • The avoidance of restrictions on future development or sale
  • Compliance with UK Regulation

Why Professional Estates Management Is No Longer Optional?

Why It Matters More Now

  • Urbanisation and growing cities are creating a greater need for rental housing. The increase in rentals creates a need for management to ensure the quality of housing.
  • Demand for more Modern Amenities, Responsiveness and Technology by a Well-Informed and Globally Connected Tenant Base
  • The need for management expertise has resulted from the increasing complexity of new legislation (e.g. Renters Reform Bill) which can lead to significant financial penalties for non-compliance.
  • With today’s economic pressures, such as high interest rates and inflation, landlords have to operate rent maximization through an approach to the efficient management of their portfolio.
  • Sustainability is now an important consideration for legislative compliance and tenant appeal (e.g. energy efficiency requirements, environmental design).
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Key Stats About Estates Management Services

Rising Fees: Estate management fees can vary greatly between providers and the recent increases in excess of 200% impact residents significantly.

Increasing Investment Volume: Commercial property investment volume is expected to increase in 2024, increasing the need for management of these properties.

Increased Skill Shortages: The skills shortage continues. Energy efficiency, retrofitting and advanced technology competencies are the most difficult to replace.

Surging Rents: Rental rates in London have risen over 8% annually for each of the last five years, making compliant management that much more critical.

How Arc Partners Simplifies Estates Management?

In our practical and clear view of Estates management, we want you to clearly understand where you are, identify any potential risks and make educated decisions based on that understanding.

The way we help you achieve that is by

  • Reviewing existing Estate and Telecom Agreements
  • Identifying any risks/restrictions within those Agreements
  • Advising you on Commercial and Strategic Options
  • Acting on behalf of landlords within the Operator discussions
  • To protect the potential value of assets over the long term
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Estates Management Services We Provide

The following is a summary of the telecom estate management services we provide to UK landlords and property owners.

Telecom Lease Management and Infrastructure

We support landlords in managing and advising their telecommunications estates by helping them:

  • Control access and use of telecommunications
  • Protect their right to redevelop their telecommunications estates
  • Ensure accordance with commercial standards their leases are fair

Lease and Agreement Assessment

We review current leases and agreements with respect to:

  • Restrictive and prohibitive clauses in the leases and agreements
  • Undervalued income or revenue generated from the leased and/or agreed property and service
  • Compliance issues related to the lease/infrastructure and the entire telecommunications estate
  • Opportunities for improvement or enhancement
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Landlord Representation

We represent landlords when negotiating with:

  • Telecom service providers/operators
  • Telecommunication infrastructure providers
  • Telecommunication third-party occupants

Asset Protection and Future Planning

We will work with landlords in helping to help provide flexibility for the future by planning for:

  • Redevelopment
  • Selling
  • Refinancing
  • Increasing their portfolio

What are the Key Features of Our Estates Management Service?

With our estates management service, landlords can enjoy complete visibility and greater control over their estates, especially when it comes to the management of telecom infrastructure within them.

All encompassing management of estates

Our estates management covers the entire lifecycle of telecom occupancies throughout your estate, from initial site audits and due diligence reviews to dealing with unexpected issues that may occur along the way so you never have to worry about anything being missed.

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Protecting landlord rights at all phases of the agreement and wayleave life cycle

Our estates management protects landlords’ rights during each phase of the agreement and wayleave life cycle by providing clear guidance adhering to all compliance requirements and working closely with landlords to understand how their long term plans will be affected by each agreement and wayleave.

Negotiation strategies

We assist landlords with:

  • Renewals of agreements
  • Assignments and surrenders
  • Site variations and changes to existing equipment
  • Rental reviews of agreements
  • Wayleave and easement agreements

Navigating through the electronic communication code

As operators obtain increased powers and rights through the code, it has become critical for landlords to manage their estates accordingly. By managing their estates in this manner, we can protect the landlord’s interests while maintaining a healthy operator landlord relationship.

Integrated site audits and due diligence with estates management

We provide the facilities needed to effectively manage estates and operators through our estates management, which provides landowners with an opportunity to implement more efficient ways of managing their estates through property compliance to ensure they will continue to maintain their estates for the long term.

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What are the Reasons Why UK Property Owners choose Arc Partners?

Arc Partners is a London-based chartered surveyors’ firm with in depth knowledge of the estates affected by telecommunications.

UK Property Owners choose to work with Arc Partners due to:

  • Accredited RICS Professional Advice
  • The Focus on the Landlords’ Needs
  • Clear, Jargon-Free & Friendly Guidance
  • Specialist Knowledge of Telecom Agreements
  • Long Term Focus on Your Assets and Their Future

We Understand the Current Problems Facing UK Landlords and Provide Reliable, Practical and Commercially Based Advice.

Who We Work With

Estate management is beneficial to a wide variety of UK property owners which including:

  • Commercial Landlords
  • Residential Estate Owners
  • Property Investors
  • Developers
  • Managing Agents

The Growing Impact of Telecoms on UK Estates

Good estate management is not about Quick Fixes; it is about protecting your estate’s future. Through Effective Estate Management, landlords can expect to gain:

  • Fewer Disallowances
  • Greater Strength in Negotiating Positions
  • Ease in Property Transactions
  • Greater Financial Performance from their Estate’s Future
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Take Control of Your Estate

At Arc Partners, we provide UK property owners with expert help and guidance to help make navigating their portfolio less complicated and ensure the protection of their assets and provide them with the knowledge necessary to achieve their future growth goals.

Contact a chartered surveyor today and start taking control of your estate.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Estates Management
Question 1. How does estates management support legal compliance?
Answer. Estates Management supports landlords’ legal obligations by ensuring that all contractual obligations and agreements are compliant with current UK regulations and industry standards. As a result, Estates Management reduces landlords’ risks.
Question 2. Is estates management a job equal to property management?
Answer. No. Property management is responsible for carrying out the daily operational functions of a property; i.e., maintenance and tenant management. However, Estates Management takes a holistic view of a property. In addition to daily operational functions, Estates Management deals with long term agreements, provides access rights to the Landlord and assesses the impact of decisions made today on future property values.
Question 3. When should I review my estate agreements?
Answer. Estate Agreements should be reviewed:
When a Lease is nearing Renewal
When a Telecom Operator wishes to Upgrade Equipment
When Planning Redevelopment or Sale
When you are Unclear as to the Rights Owned by a Telecom Operator
Question 4. In what ways do Arc Partners differ from other companies offering Estates Management?
Answer. Arc Partners operates exclusively within Estates Management where telecom infrastructure creates added complexity. As RICS accredited chartered surveyors based in London, Arc partners provide independent advice to landlords, represent them for Landlord Improvement Requests and work to protect the value of property assets through the digital transformation process.
Question 4. In what ways do Arc Partners differ from other companies offering Estates Management?
Answer. Arc Partners operates exclusively within Estates Management where telecom infrastructure creates added complexity. As RICS accredited chartered surveyors based in London, Arc partners provide independent advice to landlords, represent them for Landlord Improvement Requests and work to protect the value of property assets through the digital transformation process.
Question 5. Who uses estates management services?
Answer. Estates management services are used by landlords, property owners, investors, developers and managing agents. Persons responsible for long term property decisions can benefit from estates management services.
Question 6. Is estates management just for large estates?
Answer. Estates management is not just for large estates; even a single building or small portfolio will benefit from estates management services, especially when they contain telecommunications infrastructure or have a long-term agreement in place.