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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SMART ALARM SYSTEMS RESIDENTIAL GUARDIANS COMMERCIAL GUARDIANS SECURITY GUARDS SECURE • FLEXIBLE • MANAGED The smart alternative for vacant property CYCLOPS SMARTCAM TOWERS

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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

SMARTAlARM SySTeMS

ReSidenTiAl guARdiAnS

CoMMeRCiAl guARdiAnS

SeCuRiTy guARdS

SECURE • FLEXIBLE • MANAGED

The smart alternative for vacant property

CyClopS SMARTCAM ToweRS

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Ad Hoc provides an unrivalled package of security options for every type of property or land owner.

The company was founded in the Netherlands in 1990, and we have since become the European market leader in providing a property occupation model that protects vacant properties from any potential threats.

Ad Hoc was established in the UK in 2006, and from our nine regional offices we manage hundreds of buildings through our extensive range of security solutions which include smart alarms, security guards, Cyclops Smartcam Towers, commercial guardians and a network of thousands of responsible residential guardians. We continue to grow, with more offices due to open.

Contents01 Who we are02 What we do02 The way we work 04 Who we work for 06 Why clients need property protection 07 Your questions answered08 Property Guardians10 Peace of mind – Insurance – Legal framework11 A socially responsible solution12 Our network

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There are thousands of empty properties in the UK including flats, houses, offices, churches and libraries. Many are in town centres or beautiful countryside where it is often very expensive to either live or work. They may be vacant for many reasons – waiting to be sold or to gain planning permission, or because the owners are overseas.

Ad Hoc’s solution helps both the property owners and working people who are looking for low-cost accommodation.

Uniquely we offer a ‘one-stop’ solution for all our clients’ property protection needs.Our one-stop approach gives our clients complete peace of mind, whether it’s through providing our property occupation model, smart alarm system or security guard offering right through to our Cyclops Smartcam Towers.

Through our Property Occupation Model we put properties back into temporary use (either commercially or residentially) with the assurance that they are totally protected. Owners are safe in the knowledge their properties remain secure and properly maintained, but also, and very importantly, it is a cost effective way of bringing otherwise unaffordable accommodation back into the market for use.

We take pride in the social benefits our business model delivers, protecting our clients’ assets and creating affordable commerical or residential accommodation that improves the local environment and helps to keep neighbourhoods safe.

Our vision is that every building in the UK – be it residential or commercial – is secure and available for people to live or work in and, in doing so, we help to make communities thrive. Ad Hoc offers a tailored security solution to property owners who invariably have different security needs at different times in the lifecycle of their property ownership.

Simon Finneran

Managing director

Who we are

Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd | 01

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What we do

02 | Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd

We offer complete protection and security provision for both commercial and residential property through our flexible, tailor-made, cost effective solutions.

We have over 25 years of experience in offering a professional and courteous service protecting vacant property of all sizes and types.

We provide a solution for any property, with clients able to choose which of our services best meet their needs.

Our transparent contracts and bespoke insurance policies are easily understood and protect your interests as property owner.

We are market leaders in providing property protection via property occupation by residential or commercial guardians.

our security, protection and management services include:

– Residential Guardians

– Commercial Guardians

– Security guards

– Smart alarm systems

– Cyclops Smartcam Towers

we prevent threats and risks to your building by having

someone live or work in it in it for as long as you require.

Their presence deters vandalism and squatting, and

ensures any maintenance issues like burst pipes can

be quickly identified and resolved.

Buildings are kept alive and cared for, and also provide

affordable accommodation to responsible, working people.

Our smart alarm systems, Cyclops Smartcam Towers

and security guard services are an attractive alternative

for property owners who have particular challenges,

which may include requiring an immediate security

solution for a short period or because a property is not

yet suitable for our Property Occupation Model.

Secure

The way we work

5. HAndbACk

In relation to our Property Occupation Model, we require just 31 days’ notice to hand your property back to you.

4. CoST

All our services are flexible and cost effective, yet provide maximum security for your property.

3. legAl fRAMewoRk

The legal structure of the Property Occupation Model is straightforward. No tenancy rights are granted to Ad Hoc or to our commercial and residential guardians.

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Our Property Occupation Model increases the security of your commercial or residential building by having someone residing or working in it.

2. SeCuRiTy SeRviCeS

Ad Hoc security guards, smart alarms or Cyclops Smartcam Towers offer protection for your property and land 24 hours a day. In addition we regularly inspect your premises

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Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd | 03

Managed

we require just 31 days’ notice to hand your property

back to you.

On receipt of your notice requesting your property back, we

issue notice to either the commercial or residential guardian,

or in some cases both and start working with them

immediately for their eventual relocation to another Ad Hoc

property. We do our best to rehouse our guardians.

At the agreed time and date, one of Ad Hoc’s staff will meet

you on site to hand back the property.

In relation to our Cyclops Smartcam Tower, we require just

10 days’ notice to remove the system. Our smart alarms

can be deactivated with as little as 48 hours’ notice.

Flexibility is at the core of what we offer.

The legal structure is straightforward. The property

owner grants us a property protection Agreement for

the premises, and we in turn grant a licence To occupy

a unit to the property occupants.

We monitor these commercial or residential guardians and

regularly visit the properties we manage.

Whatever the security solution chosen, Ad Hoc will manage

your property for the length of time that you need us to.

Flexible

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04 | Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd

We protect property for clients as varied as: – local authorities – property developers – insurance companies – housing associations – real estate funds – care homes – pub owners – hospitals – dioceses – private landlords

Our clients tend to be individuals and organisations that are concerned about a variety of issues which may arise when their commercial or residential property becomes vacant –such as asset stripping, vandalism, squatting, infestation and fly tipping.

Who we work for

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Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd | 05

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The five different parts of our business

Why property owners need property protection Properties lie vacant for many reasons – waiting to be sold or to gain planning permission, for redevelopment or because the owner is overseas. Keeping a vacant property safe and secure is vital to protect the investment, but it can be a very expensive process.

Ad Hoc is different. We provide an affordable ‘one stop’

solution for all our clients’ security concerns and

protection needs.

Our suite of products, which includes smart alarm systems

with 24 hour monitoring, security guards, Cyclops

Smartcam Towers, commercial guardians and residential

guardians, enables us to offer bespoke security solutions

according to the building’s situation and our clients’ needs.

Our Property Occupation Model provides a highly cost

effective way of preventing all manner of threats and risks to

your building by having it occupied. A guardian’s presence

deters vandalism, access to squatters and asset strippers,

and ensures that any maintenance issues are identified

immediately and resolved.

Our smart alarm systems, Cyclops Smartcam Towers and

security guards help clients who have buildings in hard to fill

locations, or protect buildings that we are unable to move

commercial or residential guardians in to.

They also benefit clients who are constructing a new

building and need the existing structure secured at night,

or in large buildings where only certain areas are suitable

for residential guardians to live.

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Your questions answered

How much could i save by using Ad Hoc?

You could save up to 50% compared with

boarding up methods and as much as 80%

compared with static security guard services.

who are your residential guardians?

All our residential guardians are fully vetted by

an external referencing agency. They include

key workers, working professionals and mature

students, with an average age of 25 to 35. We

have agreed house rules in place which outline

that residential guardians are not permitted to

have dependents or pets in any property that

we manage.

would my buildings be suitable?

Any building that has electricity and is wind-

proof and watertight would be suitable.

We would require service checks on utility

supplies. We offer the same service to all

buildings, whether commercial or residential.

what if there are no kitchens or bathrooms

in my property?

No problem. We have a specialist team who

will install temporary facilities which can be

removed at the end of our management.

what if i need my building back quickly?

We only require 31 days’ notice to terminate a

contract before we hand back your property

clean, secure and free of all commercial or

residential guardians’ belongings.

what is the legal framework?

The legal framework is simple and

straightforward. You grant Ad Hoc a Property

Protection Agreement to secure your property

and we in turn grant our residential and

commercial guardians a Licence to Occupy

a unit within the premises.

Can i save money on business rates

by getting my commercial property

re-classified to residential?

Absolutely. It is entirely possible to get your

property reclassified by the Valuation Office

meaning you no longer need to pay business

rates, just council tax, saving hundreds if not

thousands of pounds per year. We will work

with you to try and get this change made.

what about access to my building?

Unlike a tenancy agreement, the licence

agreement we have with our commercial and

residential guardians grants absolute access at

all times for you the owner and Ad Hoc.

However for third party access initiated by you,

the owner or Ad Hoc, we require 24 hours’

notice to inform the guardians.

would i need change of use consent?

No, not in most cases because your building

still retains its original use and is just being

protected by the occupation for either

residential or commercial use for the interim

period. However we work closely with planning

officers to ensure they understand the nature

of our business and the longer term use of

your property.

what happens if there is an emergency out

of hours?

Our commercial or residential guardians will

contact the out of hours hotline and report the

incident, this operates 24/7 365 days a year.

The Ad Hoc team will act according to the

emergency instructions that are applicable for

the specific property.

How would you manage my property?

During our management term we would make

regular inspections to ensure your property is

being well kept and we would report any

maintenance issues to you immediately.

Our commitment is to protect the value of your

asset while saving you money on security.

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Commercial or Residential Guardians

There are thousands of empty properties in the UK including flats, houses, churches, libraries and offices. They may be empty for many reasons such as waiting to be sold, or for planning permission, or while the owners are overseas.

We help to put these buildings back into use, helping both the property owner and people looking for low cost commerical or residential accommodation. Guardians get a great place to live and/or work and the local community benefit from the building being secure and cared for.

Not only do empty properties bring down property values in the area but also it’s expensive for owners to leave them vacant and to make them secure.

Ad Hoc offers a cost effective and socially responsible solution. In using our commercial or residential guardians they give security and peace of mind to you, the property owner.

Some of the advantages:

– An affordable one-stop solution to all your

security concerns

– Protecting property from the threat of squatters,

thieves, asset strippers and criminal damage;

this can save you up to 80% compared with

traditional security methods

– With our residential guardians in residence, the

property is protected, reducing risk and ensuring

any maintenance or other issues are quickly

identified and resolved

– Help the community by providing affordable

accommodation for professionals and key workers

– Just 31 days notice required before your property

can be handed back to you

08 | Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd

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Peace of mind

insurance

Ad Hoc has partnered with Towergate Insurance, the providers of specialist insurance for the commercial and property market. Towergate has sourced a product that takes into account the benefits of having commercial or residential guardians occupy your property.

The policy reduces the premiums that an owner would

have to pay if they install commercial or residential guardians

rather than leave the property empty. Ad Hoc clients benefit

from an additional 5% discount.

We pride ourselves on being market leaders in providing

property occupation services. We have sought advice from

QCs and insurers so that our clients’ property is protected

to the highest standards.

Our bespoke insurance policies are one of our unique

selling points. The policy that covers our Property

Occupation Model has been put together specifically for us

by a Lloyd’s broker.

It complements the property owner’s existing building

insurance provision and in many cases owners can

enjoy significant savings on their premiums by utilising

commercial or residential guardians rather than leaving

the premises vacant.

This policy is totally unique to Ad Hoc and covers our clients

to the sum of £10,000,000 per incident for loss or damage

caused by the guardians while they are in the property.

legal framework

The legal framework for our Property Occupation Model scheme is straightforward. The owner of the building grants Ad Hoc a Property Protection Agreement for the premises and we in turn grant a Licence to Occupy a designated unit to the commercial or residential guardian.

Other policies that we have in place include:

• Cover for up to £10,000,000 liability for any claims of

professional and product liability

• Cover for up to £10,000,000 for any claims of

employers’ liability

We have invested substantially in providing exceptional

levels of insurance cover to give you peace of mind that

your asset is safe in our hands.

Take advantage of the following benefits with

Towergate insurance:

• FREE Insurance Suitability Review – Vacant properties

that use the property protection model are rarely catered

for in the insurance market. Towergate are happy to look

over your existing cover and confirm the suitability of it for

the type of property you own, you aren’t even obliged to

get a quote, let alone take out a policy!

• Exclusive Ad Hoc customer pricing – discounts are

available for any Ad Hoc client who contacts Towergate

• Towergate will source you quotes from a panel of Grade

A* Lloyds insurers who have designed cover specifically

for Guardianship properties

• Feel safe in the knowledge that you’re covered with

Towergate, one of the largest independently owned

insurance intermediary in the UK

Ad Hoc works from a legal perspective to ensure we deliver

vacant possession when the Property Owner needs it.

Our contracts ensure that no tenancy rights are conferred.

Contracts are independently validated and are transparent

and concise. Ad Hoc requires 31 days’ notice when an

owner wants the building or property returned. We in turn

give the guardians 28 days’ notice to vacate.

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FACT A commercial building owner does not need change of use consent from the local authority to have residential guardians live in the premises because they are there to protect the property for the period before sale, redevelopment or demolition.

The benefit of Ad Hoc’s one stop total security solution is felt much more widely than by our clients and commercial and residential guardians. Our services provide significant additional social, economic and environmental benefits to the local communities around the properties we protect.

Empty and boarded up buildings can severely blight

neighbourhoods by attracting unwanted anti-social

behaviour and crime. Through the provision of guardians,

residential or commercial properties no longer look

neglected or vulnerable.

Ad Hoc aims to help build stronger communities through

our Property Guardians who are actively encouraged to

engage with the local community and whose presence can

provide an economic boost by supporting local services

and amenities.

Ad Hoc’s commercial and residential guardians help to:

• Protect local property values

• Improve the appearance of buildings and

neighbourhoods

• Reduce anti-social behaviour and crime

• Prevent asset stripping and squatting

• Deter fly tipping

• Reduce the likelihood of neighbouring

properties being abandoned

• Increase social cohesion and support

community engagement

A socially responsible solution

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Our network

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Netherlands

Amsterdam

Arnhem

Breda

Den Bosch

Den Haag

Groningen

Maastricht

Rotterdam

Utrecht

Zwoll

Head Office London and South East

Unit 20 & 21

Angel Gate, City Road

London EC1V 2PT

T: 020 7354 5458

E: [email protected]

United Kingdom

Birmingham

York

Liverpool

Bristol

Glasgow

Peterborough

Cardiff

Newcastle upon Tyne

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SECURE • FLEXIBLE • MANAGED

Ad Hoc Property Owners Ltd.Unit 20 & 21 Angel Gate, City Road London EC1V 2PT

T: 020 7354 5458 F: 020 7704 1289 E: [email protected]

www.adhocproperty.co.uk

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