At a glance
- Describe what an occupier can demonstrably do with the property, not what you hope will be permitted.
- Distinguish between the connection, grid capacity and actual business consumption.
- Keep facts, missing documents and matters still requiring investigation clearly separate.
Start with the target audience and the choice between sale and letting
An owner-occupier wants to know whether the premises suit their business processes. A tenant also considers the handover condition, investment requirements and lease term. An investor assesses the lease, tenant risk and future ownership costs. Ask the commercial real estate agent to explain which information is decisive in each scenario. Exploring sale and letting in parallel can be useful, but requires clear agreements on communication and decision-making.
Check the permitted use at the exact address
The municipality of Eindhoven refers users to the environment plan and Regels op de kaart in the Omgevingsloket for location-specific rules. Do not rely solely on the description 'industrial unit' in an advertisement. Manufacturing, storage, services, showroom use and retail may be subject to different conditions. Record which use has been investigated and which questions are still with the municipality or an adviser.
Make measurements useful for business operations
- An up-to-date floor plan showing separate areas for the industrial space, office, upper floor and external grounds.
- A clearly stated basis of measurement and any differences from older brochures.
- Clear height, door dimensions, loading facilities and internal circulation routes.
- Evidence-based floor load capacity where the intended use depends on it; not an estimate from an old advertisement.
- Parking, access, shared facilities and any restrictions outside working hours.
A large floor area means little if an occupier cannot load, machinery does not fit or goods flows cross one another. Therefore, ask prospective buyers or tenants to provide their technical requirements in advance. An agent can organise the matching process; a structural engineer or building services consultant should confirm specialist suitability where necessary.
Document electricity capacity, building services and maintenance
Gather connection details, available contractual information on grid capacity, maintenance reports and relevant inspection documents. New or additional capacity requires up-to-date information from the grid operator. A high-capacity connection on paper does not guarantee that the next occupier can draw whatever power they require. Have uncertainties investigated before entering into an unconditional agreement.
For lettings, provide a clear schedule of handover condition
Specify exactly what is included: lighting, heating, office fit-out, external facilities and any charging points. Discuss who pays for alterations, who carries out maintenance and what must be reinstated at the end of the lease. A proposal that merely states 'shell condition' may create different expectations for each party. Therefore, use a description and, where necessary, a schedule allocating responsibilities.
For sales, include ownership and contractual information
Gather title documents, any ground lease or building rights conditions, existing leases, information on shared facilities and relevant rights or restrictions. Record known defects and available investigations. An organised information pack does not remove the need for every investigation, but makes clear what is known and which uncertainties affect the price or terms.
An example of a well-structured information pack
- Overview: address, use, layout, ownership and letting status.
- Space: drawings, measurement report and verifiable technical specifications.
- Use: relevant rules, permits and outstanding questions.
- Energy and building services: contract details, energy label information where applicable, maintenance and inspections.
- Transaction: intended handover, existing agreements and terms still to be worked out.
This is a practical structure for an information pack, not a legally comprehensive checklist for every property. Ask the commercial real estate agent and relevant specialists to determine which documents your transaction requires. Share sensitive business or tenant information only with suitable prospective buyers or tenants and under appropriate agreements.
Sources and further checks
- Municipality of Eindhoven: environment plan
- Enexis: available grid capacity for electricity consumption
- RVO: energy ratings for non-residential buildings
Sources consulted at the time of publication. Regulations and grid information may change; check the current situation for your property.
Frequently asked questions
Can I publish a listing while documents are still missing?
Yes, provided it is clear which information has not yet been confirmed. Do not present uncertainties as established specifications, and agree on investigations before the parties sign unconditionally.
Is an energy label compulsory for every industrial unit?
That depends on the building and its use. Check applicability and exemptions with RVO; an industrial unit with office space may require a different assessment from premises used solely for industrial purposes.
Do I need to refurbish everything before publishing the listing?
Not necessarily. First establish which alterations the intended target audience needs and which uncertainties can be resolved through documentation or investigation.