Glossary definition
Monitoring Surveyor
An independent surveyor appointed by the lender to inspect the development site at regular intervals and verify that construction work has been completed to the required standard before each drawdown is released. The monitoring surveyor's fees are paid by the borrower and typically range from a few hundred to several thousand pounds per visit depending on the scale of the project.
Definition
An independent surveyor appointed by the lender to inspect the development site at regular intervals and verify that construction work has been completed to the required standard before each drawdown is released. The monitoring surveyor's fees are paid by the borrower and typically range from a few hundred to several thousand pounds per visit depending on the scale of the project. Their reports give the lender confidence that the build is progressing on schedule and to specification.
See also
Closely related terms.
Drawdown
The staged release of loan funds during a development project, triggered by the completion of pre-agreed construction milestones.
Quantity Surveyor
A construction cost professional who prepares detailed cost plans, manages budgets, and provides independent cost verification on development projects.
Valuation
A professional assessment of a property's market value, carried out by a qualified surveyor for lending, investment, or transactional purposes.
Practical Completion
The stage at which a building project is deemed complete and fit for its intended purpose, even though minor snagging items may remain.
Further reading
Guides that touch this term.
Guide
How Does Development Finance Work? A Complete Guide for UK Developers
A ground-up guide to how development finance is structured in the UK, covering loan mechanics, drawdown schedules, monitoring surveyors, and what lenders look for in your application.
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Hidden Arrangement Fees in Development Finance: What Lenders Don't Tell You
Arrangement fees in development finance are rarely as straightforward as a single percentage. This guide exposes the hidden layers of fees that lenders charge and shows you how to negotiate effectively.
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Development Finance Application Checklist: Documents You Need
A comprehensive checklist covering every document lenders require for a development finance application, from development appraisals to contractor tenders and planning evidence.
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