Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR) & Forfeiture of Lease in Brighton
Commercial Tenant Problems in Brighton? We Can Help
If a commercial tenant has stopped paying rent, taking appropriate action early can help landlords protect their position and determine the most suitable way forward.
Absolute Enforcement assists commercial landlords, managing agents and property professionals across Brighton with Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR), commercial lease forfeiture and wider enforcement matters.
For landlords whose priority is recovering qualifying unpaid commercial rent while the tenancy continues, CRAR may provide an appropriate enforcement route. Where recovering possession is the objective, forfeiture may instead be considered where the landlord has a lawful right to forfeit.
Whether the property is in central Brighton, Hove, Kemptown or elsewhere across the city, our team can discuss the circumstances and help identify the appropriate enforcement route.
Commercial Tenant Not Paying Rent in Brighton?
Unpaid commercial rent can quickly become a significant problem for landlords, particularly where arrears continue to increase while the tenant remains in occupation.
Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR) is a statutory procedure that may allow a landlord to recover qualifying commercial rent directly from a tenant where the relevant requirements are satisfied.
A court judgment is not normally required before CRAR can be used where the statutory conditions are met. This can make it an effective option where the landlord wants to pursue qualifying rent arrears while allowing the commercial lease to remain in place.
Absolute Enforcement can assist landlords with CRAR instructions involving commercial premises throughout Brighton and the surrounding area. Detailed eligibility, procedure and current costs should be checked on our main CRAR service page.
Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR) in Brighton
CRAR may be suitable where a commercial tenant remains in occupation and owes qualifying commercial rent under circumstances that meet the statutory requirements.
Once properly instructed, Certificated Enforcement Agents can undertake the enforcement process with the objective of recovering the qualifying rent owed by the commercial tenant.
Brighton has a varied commercial property market, ranging from city-centre shops, restaurants and hospitality premises to offices, workshops, industrial units and other business premises across areas such as Hove, Portslade and Hollingbury.
Because eligibility depends on the individual tenancy and arrears, landlords should check the main Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery page for detailed information about the CRAR process, eligibility and current costs.
Need to Regain Possession of Your Commercial Property?
Recovering unpaid rent is not always the landlord’s main objective. In some circumstances, the priority may instead be to regain possession of the commercial premises.
Commercial lease forfeiture may be an appropriate option where the landlord has a lawful right to forfeit. Whether that right exists and how it can be exercised will depend on factors including the terms of the lease, the nature of the breach and the circumstances surrounding the property.
A straightforward commercial premises may require a different approach from a larger, occupied or operational site where additional planning is needed.
Absolute Enforcement can assist landlords considering commercial forfeiture and help establish the appropriate enforcement approach. The main Forfeiture of Lease service page provides further information about eligibility and the process.
CRAR or Forfeiture: Which Route Should You Take?
CRAR and forfeiture serve different purposes. CRAR is generally used to recover qualifying unpaid commercial rent while allowing the lease to continue, whereas forfeiture is generally concerned with recovering possession and bringing the commercial lease to an end where the landlord has a lawful right to do so.
The choice matters because taking one course of action can affect the availability of another. If you are considering both rent recovery and possession, speak to Absolute Enforcement before proceeding so the circumstances can be considered and the appropriate route identified.
Commercial Landlord Enforcement Across Brighton
Brighton and Hove has a diverse commercial property landscape, from the busy retail, leisure and hospitality premises of the city centre and seafront to offices, workshops and industrial premises further from the central areas.
Absolute Enforcement can assist landlords and property professionals with commercial enforcement matters across Brighton, including areas such as Brighton City Centre, The Lanes, North Laine, Kemptown, Hanover, Preston Park, Patcham, Hollingbury and Rottingdean.
Coverage also extends across Hove, including central Hove and areas such as Portslade, where the commercial property mix includes retail premises, offices, workshops, warehouses and industrial units.
This allows landlords with individual commercial properties or portfolios spread across different parts of the city to access specialist enforcement support through one company.
Commercial premises we can assist with include:
- Retail units and shops
- Offices and business centres
- Restaurants, pubs, cafés and hospitality premises
- Industrial units and estates
- Warehouses and distribution premises
- Workshops and garages
- Mixed commercial developments
- Business parks
For landlords with properties beyond Brighton and Hove, Absolute Enforcement’s wider England and Wales coverage means commercial enforcement instructions can also be managed across broader regional and national portfolios.
Commercial Enforcement Coverage Across Brighton and Hove
Brighton’s commercial property is spread across very different environments. Central areas contain a substantial mix of retail, hospitality, leisure and office premises, while locations further from the city centre include industrial estates, workshops, warehouses and other commercial sites.
That variety means the practical requirements of an enforcement instruction can differ considerably depending on the premises involved. A city-centre retail unit, for example, can present different considerations from an industrial or warehouse property.
Absolute Enforcement can assist landlords responsible for a single commercial property as well as managing agents and property professionals dealing with portfolios across Brighton, Hove and surrounding areas.
Our wider coverage across England and Wales also provides continuity for clients whose commercial property interests extend beyond the Brighton area.
Why Brighton Commercial Landlords Choose Absolute Enforcement
Commercial landlord enforcement requires a professional approach, clear communication and an understanding of the remedy being used. Absolute Enforcement provides specialist support from instruction through to enforcement.
- Experienced Certificated Enforcement Agents
- Specialist Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery experience
- Commercial lease forfeiture experience
- Commercial landlord enforcement expertise
- Enforcement capability across England and Wales
- Dedicated case management
- Regular communication throughout instructions
- Professional reporting and evidence
- Support for straightforward and complex commercial enforcement matters
- Experience planning higher-risk enforcement operations
Absolute Enforcement has also featured on Channel 5’s Call the Bailiffs: Time to Pay Up, which followed enforcement agents carrying out enforcement work.
How We Help Commercial Landlords in Brighton
1. Tell Us About the Problem
Provide details of the commercial property, tenant, arrears or possession issue.
2. Identify the Appropriate Route
We consider whether CRAR, forfeiture or another appropriate recovery or enforcement route may be suitable.
3. Instruct Absolute Enforcement
Once the appropriate route has been established, you can provide the information required for us to proceed.
4. Enforcement
Our enforcement team manages the instruction and keeps you updated as the matter progresses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Commercial Landlord Enforcement in Brighton
Where the statutory requirements are satisfied, Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery may allow a landlord to recover qualifying commercial rent using Certificated Enforcement Agents. Our main CRAR page explains the eligibility requirements and process in more detail.
Yes. Absolute Enforcement provides commercial landlord enforcement services across Brighton and Hove and operates throughout England and Wales.
Where the statutory requirements for CRAR are satisfied, a court judgment is not normally required before the CRAR procedure can be used. Eligibility should always be checked before proceeding.
If recovering possession is your priority, commercial lease forfeiture may be more appropriate where you have a lawful right to forfeit. The circumstances should be considered before action is taken.
CRAR generally focuses on recovering qualifying commercial rent while the lease continues. Forfeiture generally aims to recover possession and bring the lease to an end where the landlord has a lawful right to do so.
We can assist with commercial enforcement across Brighton and Hove, including the city centre, Kemptown, Preston Park, Patcham, Hollingbury, Rottingdean, Hove and Portslade, as well as surrounding areas.
Yes. Instructions can involve a range of commercial premises in central Brighton, including shops, offices, restaurants, cafés, pubs and other business premises, subject to the requirements of the particular enforcement route.
No. Absolute Enforcement operates across England and Wales, allowing landlords and property professionals to instruct us for commercial enforcement matters both within Brighton and elsewhere.
Need Help With a Commercial Tenant in Brighton?
Whether you need to recover qualifying unpaid commercial rent or are considering regaining possession of a commercial property, choosing the appropriate enforcement route is important.
Speak to Absolute Enforcement about your Brighton commercial property and our team can help you consider the circumstances and determine the appropriate next step.
