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survey report on:

2F,, 37 Great King Street,Edinburgh, EH3 6QR6th February 2012 81205

2F,37 Great King StreetEdinburghEH3 6QR

Dr V Glenn

c/o Stuart & Stuart3 High StreetBonnyriggEH19 2DA

Graham & Sibbald

6th February 2012

Single Survey

Property address

Customer

Customer address

Prepared by

Date of inspection

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Terms & Conditions (With MVR) - 1\10\2008

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PART 1 - GENERAL1.1 THE SURVEYORS

The Seller has engaged the Surveyors to provide the Single Survey Report and a generic MortgageValuation Report for Lending Purposes. The Seller has also engaged the Surveyors to provide anEnergy Report in the format prescribed by the accredited Energy Company.

The Surveyors are authorised to provide a transcript or retype of the generic Mortgage ValuationReport on to Lender specific pro-forma. Transcript reports are commonly requested by Brokers andLenders. The transcript report will be in the format required by the Lender but will contain the sameinformation, inspection date and valuation figure as the generic Mortgage Valuation Report and theSingle Survey. The Surveyors will decline any transcript request which requires the provision ofinformation additional to the information in the Report and the generic Mortgage Valuation Report untilthe Seller has conditionally accepted an offer to purchase made in writing.

Once the Seller has conditionally accepted an offer to purchase made in writing, the Purchaser'slender or conveyancer may request that the Surveyors provide general comment on standardappropriate supplementary documentation. In the event of a significant amount of documentationbeing provided to the Surveyors, an additional fee may be incurred by the Purchaser. Any additionalfee will be agreed in writing.

If information is provided to the Surveyors during the conveyancing process which materially affectsthe valuation stated in the Report and generic Mortgage Valuation Report, the Surveyors reserve theright to reconsider the valuation. Where the Surveyors require to amend the valuation in consequenceof such information, they will issue an amended Report and generic Mortgage Valuation Report to theSeller. It is the responsibility of the Seller to ensure that the amended Report and generic MortgageValuation Report are transmitted to every prospective Purchaser.

The individual Surveyor will be a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors who iscompetent to survey, value and report upon Residential Property .

If the Surveyors have had a previous business relationship within the past two years with the Seller orSellers Agent or relative to the property, they will be obliged to indicate this by ticking the adjacent box.

The Surveyors have a written complaints handling procedure. This is available from the offices of theSurveyors at the address stated.

THE REPORTThe Surveyors will not provide an amended Report on the Property, except to correct factualinaccuracies.

The Report will identify the nature and source of information relied upon in its preparation.

The Surveyor shall provide a Market Value of the Property, unless the condition of the Property is suchthat it would be inappropriate to do so. A final decision on whether a loan will be granted rests with theLender who may impose retentions in line with their lending criteria. The date of condition and valueof the property will be the date of inspection.

To date, Purchasers have normally obtained their own report from their chosen Surveyor. By contrast,a Single Survey is instructed by the Seller and made available to all potential Purchasers in theexpectation that the successful Purchaser will have relied upon it. The Royal Institution of CharteredSurveyors rules require disclosure of any potential conflict of interest when acting for the Seller andthe Purchaser in the same transaction. The Single Survey may give rise to a conflict of interest and ifthis is of concern to any party they are advised to seek their own independent advice.

1 Which shall be in accordance with the current RICS Valuation Standards (The Red Book) and RICS Rules of Conduct.

Terms and Conditions

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The Report and any expressions or assessments in it are not intended as advice to the Seller orPurchaser or any other person in relation to an asking price or any other sales or marketing decisions.The Report is based solely on the Property and is not to be relied upon in any manner whatsoeverwhen considering the valuation or condition of any other property.

If certain minor matters are mentioned in the Report it should not be assumed that the Property is freeof other minor defects.

Neither the whole nor any part of the Report may be published in any way, reproduced or distributedby any party other than the Seller, prospective purchasers and the Purchaser and their respectiveprofessional advisers without the prior written consent of the Surveyors.

LIABILITYThe Report is prepared with the skill and care reasonably to be expected of a competent residentialsurveyor who is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

The Report is addressed to the Seller and was prepared in the expectation that it (or a complete copy)along with these Terms and Conditions (or a complete copy) would (or, as the case might be, wouldhave been) be disclosed and delivered to:-

The Surveyors acknowledge that their duty of skill and care in relation to the Report is owed to theSeller and to the Purchaser. The Surveyors accept no responsibility or liability whatsoever in relationto the Report to persons other than the Seller and the Purchaser. The Seller and Purchaser should beaware that if a Lender seeks to rely on this Report they do so at their own risk. In particular, theSurveyors accept no responsibility or liability whatsoever to any Lender in relation to the Report. Anysuch Lender relies upon the Report entirely at their own risk.

GENERIC MORTGAGE VALUATION REPORTThe Surveyors undertake to the Seller that they will prepare a generic Mortgage Valuation Report,which will be issued along with the Single Survey. It is the responsibility of the Seller to ensure thatthe generic Mortgage Valuation Report is provided to every potential Purchaser.

TRANSCRIPT MORTGAGE VALUATION FOR LENDING PURPOSESThe Surveyors undertake that on being asked to do so by a prospective purchaser, or his/herprofessional advisor or Lender, they will prepare a Transcript Mortgage Valuation Report for LendingPurposes on terms and conditions to be agreed between the Surveyors and Lender and solely for theuse of the Lender and upon which the Lender may rely. The decision as to whether finance will beprovided is entirely a matter for the Lender. The Transcript Mortgage Valuation Report will be frominformation contained in the Report and the generic Mortgage Valuation Report.

2 Which shall be in accordance with the current RICS Valuation Standards (The Red Book) and RICS Rules of Conduct


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the Seller;

any person(s) noting an interest in purchasing the Property from the Seller;

any person(s) who make(s) (or on whose behalf is made) an offer to purchase the Property,whether or not that offer is accepted by the Seller;

the Purchaser; and

the professional advisers of any of these.


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1.6 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTYAll intellectual property rights whatsoever (including copyright) in and to the Report, excluding theheadings and rubrics, are the exclusive property of the Surveyors and shall remain their exclusiveproperty unless they assign the same to any other party in writing.

PAYMENTThe Surveyors are entitled to refrain from delivering the Report to anyone until the fee and othercharges for it notified to the Seller have been paid. Additional fees will be charged for subsequentinspections and Reports.

CANCELLATIONThe Seller will be entitled to cancel the inspection by notifying the Surveyor's office at any time beforethe day of the inspection.

The Surveyor will be entitled not to proceed with the inspection (and will so report promptly to theSeller) if after arriving at the property, the Surveyor concludes that it is of a type of construction ofwhich the surveyor has insufficient specialist knowledge to be able to provide the inspectionsatisfactorily. The Surveyor will also be entitled not to proceed if after arriving at the property, thesurveyor concludes that the property is exempt under Part 3 of The Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 asdetailed in the (Prescribed Documents) Regulations 2008. If there is a potential threat to their healthor personal safety, the inspection may be postponed or cancelled, at the Surveyor's discretion.

In the case of cancellation or the inspection not proceeding, the Surveyor will refund any fees paid bythe Seller for the inspection and Report, except for expenses reasonably incurred and any fee due inlight of the final paragraph of this section.

In the case of cancellation by the Seller, for whatever reason, after the inspection has taken place butbefore a written report is issued, the Surveyor will be entitled to raise an Invoice equivalent to 80% ofthe agreed fee.

PRECEDENCEIf there is any incompatibility between these Terms and Conditions and the Report, these Terms andConditions take precedence.

DEFINITIONS


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the "Lender" is the party who has provided or intends or proposes to provide financial assistanceto the Purchaser towards the purchase of the Property and in whose favour a standard securitywill be granted over the Property;

the "Transcript Mortgage Valuation Report for Lending Purposes" means a separate report,prepared by the Surveyor, prepared from information in the Report and the generic MortgageValuation Report, but in a style and format required by the Lender. The Transcript MortgageValuation Report for Lending Purposes will be prepared with the skill and care reasonably to beexpected from a surveyor who is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors andwho is competent to survey, value and report on the Property;

the "Generic Mortgage Valuation Report" means a separate report, prepared by the Surveyorfrom information in the Report but in the Surveyor's own format;


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PART 2 - DESCRIPTION OF THE REPORTTHE SERVICEThe Single Survey is a Report by an independent Surveyor, prepared in an objective way regardingthe condition and value of the Property on the day of the inspection, and who is a member of the RoyalInstitution of Chartered Surveyors. It includes an Energy Report as required by Statute and this is inthe format of the accredited Energy Company. In addition, the Surveyor has agreed to supply ageneric Mortgage Valuation Report.

THE INSPECTIONThe Inspection is a general surface examination of those parts of the Property which are accessible: inother words, visible and readily available for examination from ground and floor levels, without risk ofcausing damage to the Property or injury to the Surveyor.

All references to visual inspection refer to an inspection from within the property at floor level and fromground level within the site and adjoining public areas, without the need to move any obstructions.Any references to left or right are taken facing the front of the property.

The Inspection is carried out with the Seller's permission, without causing damage to the building orcontents. Furniture, stored items and insulation are not moved.

Unless identified in the report the Surveyor will assume that no harmful or hazardous materials havebeen used in the construction. The presence or possible consequences of any site contamination willnot be researched.


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the "Market Value" is the estimated amount for which a property should exchange on the date ofvaluation between a willing buyer and a willing seller in an arm's-length transaction after propermarketing wherein the parties had each acted knowledgeably, prudently and without compulsion;

the "Property" is the property which forms the subject of the Report;

the "Purchaser" is the person (or persons) who enters into a contract to buy the Property from theSeller;

a "prospective Purchaser" is anyone considering buying the Property;

the "Report" is the report, of the kind described in Part 2 of these Terms and Conditions and in theform set out in part 1 of Schedule 1 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 (Prescribed Documents)Regulations 2008;

the "Seller" is/are the proprietor(s) of the Property;

the "Surveyor" is the author of the Report on the Property; and

the "Surveyors" are the firm or company of which the Surveyor is an employee, director, memberor partner (unless the Surveyor is not an employee, director, member or partner, when the"Surveyors" means the Surveyor) whose details are set out at the head of the Report.

the "Energy Report" is the advice given by the accredited Energy Company, based on informationcollected by the Surveyor during the Inspection, and also includes an Energy PerformanceCertificate, in a Government approved format.


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The Surveyor will not carry out an asbestos inspection, and will not be acting as an asbestos inspectorin completing a Single Survey of properties that may fall within the Control of Asbestos in theWorkplace Regulations. In the case of flats it will be assumed that there is a duty holder, as defined inthe Regulations and that a Register of Asbestos and effective Management Plan is in place, whichdoes not require any expenditure, or pose a significant risk to health. No enquiry of the duty holder willbe made.

THE REPORTThe Report will be prepared by the Surveyor who carried out the property inspection and will describevarious aspects of the property as defined by the headings of the Single Survey report with thecomments being general and unbiased. The report on the location, style and condition of the property,will be concise and will be restricted to matters that could have a material effect upon value and willomit items that, in the Surveyor's opinion, are not significant. If certain minor matters are mentioned, itshould not be interpreted that the property is free of any other minor defects.

Throughout the report, the following repair categories will be used to give an overall opinion of thestate of repair and condition of the property.

WARNING:If left unattended, even for a relatively short period, Category 2 repairs can rapidly develop into moreserious Category 3 repairs. The existence of Category 2 or Category 3 repairs may have an adverseeffect on marketability, value and the sale price ultimately achieved for the property. This isparticularly true during slow market conditions when the effect can be considerable.

Parts of the property, which cannot be seen or accessed, will not be reported upon and this will bestated. If the Surveyor suspects that a defect may exist within an unexposed area and which couldhave a material effect upon the value, he may recommend further investigation by specialistcontractors.

SERVICESSurveyors are not equipped or qualified to test the services and therefore no comment can beinterpreted as implying that the design, installation and function of the services are inaccordance/compliance with regulations, safety and efficiency expectations. However, comment ismade where there is cause to suspect significant defects or shortcomings with the installations. Notests are made of any services or appliances.

ACCESSIBILITYA section is included to help identify the basic information interested parties need to know to decidewhether to view a property.


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Category 3: Urgent repairs or replacement are needed now. Failure to deal with them may causeproblems to other parts of the property or cause a safety hazard. Estimates for repairs orreplacement are needed now.

Category 2: Repairs or replacement requiring future attention, but estimates are still advised.

Category 1: No immediate action or repair is needed.


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ENERGY REPORTA section is included that makes provision for an Energy Report, relative to the property. TheSurveyor will collect physical data from the property and provide such data in a format required by anaccredited Energy Company. The Surveyor cannot of course accept liability for any advice given bythe Energy Company.

VALUATION AND CONVEYANCER ISSUESThe last section of the Report contains matters considered relevant to the Conveyancer (Solicitor). Italso contains the Surveyor's opinion both of the market value of the property and of the re-instatementcost, as defined below.

"Market Value" is the estimated amount for which a property should exchange on the date of valuationbetween a willing buyer and a willing seller in an arm's-length transaction after proper marketingwherein the parties had each acted knowledgeably, prudently and without compulsion. In arriving atthe opinion of the Market Value, the Surveyor also makes various standard assumptions covering, forexample, vacant possession; tenure and other legal considerations; contamination and hazardousmaterials; the condition of un-inspected parts; the right to use mains services; and the exclusion ofcurtains, carpets etc. from the valuation. In the case of flats, the following further assumptions aremade that:

Any additional assumption, or any found not to apply, is reported.

"Re-instatement cost" is an estimate for insurance purposes of the current cost of rebuilding theProperty in its present form unless otherwise stated. This includes the cost of rebuilding the garageand permanent outbuildings, site clearance and professional fees, but excludes VAT (except on thefees).

Sellers or prospective Purchasers may consider it prudent to instruct a reinspection and revaluationafter a period of 12 weeks (or sooner if appropriate) to reflect changing circumstances in the marketand/or in the physical condition of the Property.


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There are rights of access and exit over all communal roadways, corridors, stairways etc. and touse communal grounds, parking areas, and other facilities;

There are no particularly troublesome or unusual legal restrictions;

There is no current dispute between the occupiers of the flats or any outstanding claims or losses;and the costs of repairs to the building are shared among the co-proprietors on an equitablebasis.

This section tells you about the type, accommodation, neighbourhood, age and construction of the property. It alsotells you about the extent of the inspection and highlights anything that the surveyor could not inspect.

All references to visual inspection refer to an inspection from within the property without moving any obstructionsand externally from ground level within the site and adjoining public areas. Any references to left or right in adescription of the exterior of the property refer to the view of someone standing facing that part of the property fromthe outside.

The inspection is carried out without causing damage to the building or its contents and without endangering theoccupiers or the surveyor. Heavy furniture, stored items and insulation are not moved. Unless identified in the reportthe surveyor will assume that no harmful or hazardous materials or techniques have been used in the construction.The presence or possible consequences of any site contamination will not be researched.

Services such as TV/cable connection, internet connection, swimming pools and other leisure facilities etc. will notbe inspected or reported on.

1. Information and scope of inspection

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Description

Accommodation

Gross internal floor area (m²)

Neighbourhood and location

Age

Weather

Chimney stacks

Roofing including roof space

Single Survey

The property comprises a second floor flat within a three storey plusbasement level block originally constructed as a townhouse butsubsequently converted to provide the current accommodation.

Second Floor: Entrance Hall, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen,Two Bedrooms, Bathroom and WC Apartment.

88.

Established residential area comprising similar style propertieswithin the New Town area of central Edinburgh.

1817.

Dry and overcast.

Visually inspected with the aid of binoculars whereappropriate.

Chimney stacks were seen to be of traditional stone construction.

Sloping roofs were visually inspected with the aid ofbinoculars where appropriate.

Roof spaces were visually inspected and were entered wherethere was safe and reasonable access, normally defined asbeing from a 3m ladder within the property.

If this is not possible, then physical access to the roof spacemay be taken by other means if the Surveyor deems it safe andreasonable to do so.

The roof is of pitched design clad externally with slates.

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Rainwater fittings

Main walls

Windows, external doors and joinery

External decorations

Conservatories / porches

Communal areas

Garages and permanent outbuildings

Outside areas and boundaries

Ceilings

Internal walls

Single Survey


Guttering is of cast iron construction as well as lead lined parapetconstruction, connected to cast iron downpipes.


Foundations and concealed parts were not exposed orinspected.

Traditional solid stonework pointed externally.

Internal and external doors were opened and closed wherekeys were available.

Random windows were opened and closed where possible.

Doors and windows were not forced open.

Windows throughout are of timber framed single glazed sash andcasement type.

Access doors are of timber construction.

Visually inspected.

Not applicable.

Circulation areas visually inspected.

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

Visually inspected from floor level.

Traditional lath and plaster construction.

Visually inspected from floor level.

Using a moisture meter, walls were randomly tested fordampness where considered appropriate.

Solid masonry as well as timber stud construction.

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Floors including sub floors

Internal joinery and kitchen fittings

Chimney breasts and fireplaces

Internal decorations

Cellars

Electricity

Gas

Single Survey

Surfaces of exposed floors were visually inspected. Nocarpets or floor coverings were lifted.

Sub-floor areas were inspected only to the extent visible froma readily accessible and unfixed hatch by way of an inverted"head and shoulders" inspection at the access point.

Physical access to the sub floor area may be taken if theSurveyor deems it is safe and reasonable to do so, and subjectto a minimum clearance of 1m between the underside of floorjoists and the solum as determined from the access hatch.

Suspended timber with fitted floor coverings present as well as solidmasonry construction.

Built-in cupboards were looked into but no stored items weremoved.

Kitchen units were visually inspected excluding appliances.

Doors are of timber construction.

Kitchen fittings are of modern design.

Visually inspected.

No testing of the flues or fittings was carried out.

Fireplaces throughout were noted to have been blocked with theexception of the Living Room which has been fitted with a gasappliance.

Visually inspected.

Not applicable.

Accessible parts of the wiring were visually inspected withoutremoving fittings. No tests whatsoever were carried out to thesystem or appliances. Visual inspection does not assess anyservices to make sure they work properly and efficiently andmeet modern standards. If any services are turned off, thesurveyor will state that in the report and will not turn them on.

Mains supply.

Accessible parts of the system were visually inspected withoutremoving fittings. No tests whatsoever were carried out to thesystem or appliances. Visual inspection does not assess anyservices to make sure they work properly and efficiently andmeet modern standards. If any services are turned off, thesurveyor will state that in the report and will not turn them on.

Mains supply.

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Water, plumbing, bathroom fittings

Heating and hot water

Drainage

Fire, smoke and burglar alarms

Any additional limits to inspection

Single Survey

Visual inspection of the accessible pipework, water tanks,cylinders and fittings without removing any insulation.

No tests whatsoever were carried out to the system orappliances.

Mains supply.

Sanitary arrangements comprise modern fittings within each of theBathrooms.

Accessible parts of the system were visually inspected apartfrom communal systems, which were not inspected.


Heating is by way of electrical storage radiators.

Hot water is via an electrical immersion heater.

Drainage covers etc. were not lifted.

Neither drains nor drainage systems were tested.

Visually inspected.


For flats / maisonettes

Only the subject flat and internal communal areas givingaccess to the flat were inspected.

If the roof space or under-building / basement is communal,reasonable and safe access is not always possible. If noinspection was possible, this will be stated. If no inspectionwas possible, the surveyor will assume that there are nodefects that will have a material effect on the valuation.

The building containing the flat, including any externalcommunal areas, was visually inspected only to the extent thatthe surveyor is able to give an opinion on the generalcondition and standard of maintenance.

The property was fully furnished (heavily in areas) at the time of ourinspection.

No access to rear elevation.

Fitted floor coverings.

It is outwith the scope of this inspection to determine whether or notasbestos based products are present within the property.Asbestos was widely used in the building industry until around1999, when it became a banned substance. If you have any

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Single Survey

concerns you should engage the services of a qualified asbestossurveyor.

It was not possible to inspect the rear elevation of the subjects.

Restricted inspection in cupboards due to storage items.

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Single Survey

This section identifies problems and tells you about the urgency of any repairs by using one of the following threecategories:

2. Condition

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Urgent repairs or replacement areneeded now. Failure to deal withthem may cause problems to otherparts of the property or cause asafety hazard. Estimates for repairsor replacement are needed now.

Repairs or replacement requiringfuture attention, but estimates arestill advised.

No immediate action or repair isneeded.

Structural movement

Repair category 1

There is evidence of a settlement in the building noted both internally andexternally but this is not inconsistent with a property of this age and type and onthe basis of a single inspection appears to be longstanding.

Notes

Dampness, rot and infestation

Repair category 1

There was no evidence found of significant dampness, rot or infestation withinthose areas of the property available for inspection.

Notes

Chimney stacks

Repair category 2

There is weathering and erosion of stonework.Notes

Roofing including roof space

Repair category 2

At the time of our visit to the property the roof generally appeared in fair order andslates were generally intact.

The roof is of a complex design and all junctions/valleys are potential weakpoints. A regular repair and maintenance programme should therefore beenvisaged and it would be prudent to have an annual inspection carried out.

Notes

Single Survey

Category 3 Category 2 Category 1

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Rainwater fittings

Repair category 2

There is evidence of corrosion which may result in leakage.Notes

Main walls

Repair category 2

There is weathering and erosion of stonework.Notes

Windows, external doors and joinery

Repair category 1

Typical weathering has occurred to the windows.Notes

External decorations

Repair category 1

The external decorations are generally in fair order. Regular repainting will berequired if these areas are to be maintained in satisfactory condition.

Notes

Conservatories/porches

Repair category -

Not applicable.Notes

Communal areas

Repair category 1

The communal areas surrounding the property appear to be adequatelymaintained.

Notes

Garages and permanent outbuildings

Repair category -


Single Survey

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Outside areas and boundaries

Repair category -


Ceilings

Repair category 1

Within the limits of our inspection these generally appeared in fair conditionconsistent with age. During redecoration some plaster filling/repair may berequired.

Notes

Internal walls

Repair category 1

The internal walls are largely covered with decorative finishes. During routineredecoration some plaster filling may be necessary.

Notes

Floors including sub-floors

Repair category 1

Areas of loose/uneven flooring were noted.Notes

Internal joinery and kitchen fittings

Repair category 1

The internal joinery is generally in keeping with the age and type of property andappeared in fair condition consistent with age.

The kitchen units are of a modern type and appeared in adequate condition fortheir age and purpose.

Notes

Chimney breasts and fireplaces

Repair category 1

There is a fireplace installed within the property incorporating a modern livingflame gas fire. It should be emphasised that the flues were not checked orappliances tested.

Notes

Single Survey

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Internal decorations

Repair category 1

The property is generally in fresh decoration throughout.Notes

Cellars

Repair category -


Electricity

Repair category 2

The electrical system is on mixed lines and as such we recommend that it bechecked and upgraded as necessary by an NICEIC registered ElectricalContractor.

Notes

Gas

Repair category 1

It is outwith our remit to carry out tests and as a precautionary measure it isappropriate to have the gas fittings tested by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer.

Notes

Water, plumbing and bathroom fittings

Repair category 1

The property appears connected to mains supplies of water.

The plumbing and fittings appear of copper/pvc piping where seen and appearedin serviceable condition but was not tested.

The sanitary fittings are of modern style and type.

Notes

Heating and hot water

Repair category 1

There is an electric heating system provided. This was not tested.Notes

Single Survey

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Drainage

Repair category 1

The property is thought to be connected to a main sewer. There was no surfaceevidence to suggest the system is choked or leaking.

Notes

Single Survey

Set out below is a summary of the condition of the property which is provided for reference only. You should refer tothe previous comments for detailed information.

RememberThe cost of repairs may influence the amount someone is prepared to pay for the property. We recommend thatrelevant estimates and reports are obtained in your own name.

WarningIf left unattended, even for a relatively short period, Category 2 repairs can rapidly develop into more seriousCategory 3 repairs. The existence of Category 2 or Category 3 repairs may have an adverse effect on marketability,value and the sale price ultimately achieved for the property. This is particularly true during slow market conditionswhere the effect can be considerable.

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Single Survey

Urgent repairs or replacement areneeded now. Failure to deal withthem may cause problems to otherparts of the property or cause asafety hazard. Estimates for repairsor replacement are needed now.

Repairs or replacement requiringfuture attention, but estimates arestill advised.

No immediate action or repair isneeded.

Category 3

Category 2

Category 1

Structural movement 1

Dampness, rot and infestation 1

Chimney stacks 2

Roofing including roof space 2

Rainwater fittings 2

Main walls 2

Windows, external doors and joinery 1

External decorations 1

Conservatories/porches -

Communal areas 1

Garages and permanent outbuildings -

Outside areas and boundaries -

Ceilings 1

Internal walls 1

Floors including sub-floors 1

Internal joinery and kitchen fittings 1

Chimney breasts and fireplaces 1

Internal decorations 1

Cellars -

Electricity 2

Gas 1

Water, plumbing and bathroom fittings 1

Heating and hot water 1

Drainage 1

Guidance notes on accessibility informationThree steps or fewer to a main entrance door of the property:In flatted developments the 'main entrance' would be the flat's own entrance door, not the external door to thecommunal stair. The 'three steps or fewer' are counted from external ground level to the flat's entrance door. Wherea lift is present, the count is based on the number of steps climbed when using the lift.

Unrestricted parking within 25 metres:For this purpose, 'Unrestricted parking' includes parking available by means of a parking permit. Restricted parkingincludes parking that is subject to parking restrictions, as indicated by the presence of solid yellow, red or white linesat the edge of the road or by a parking control sign, parking meters or other coin-operated machines.

3. Accessibility information

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1. Which floor(s) is the living accommodation on? Second.

2. Are there three steps or fewer to a main entrance door of the property?

3. Is there a lift to the main entrance door of the property?

4. Are all door openings greater than 750mm?

5. Is there a toilet on the same level as the living room and kitchen?

6. Is there a toilet on the same level as a bedroom?

7. Are all rooms on the same level with no internal steps or stairs?

8. Is there unrestricted parking within 25 metres of an entrance door to the building?

Single Survey

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes No

Yes No

Yes No

Yes No

Yes No

Yes No

Yes No

This section highlights information that should be checked with a solicitor or licensed conveyancer. It also gives anopinion of market value and an estimated reinstatement cost for insurance purposes.

4. Valuation and conveyancer issues

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The valuation is made on the assumption that any alterations that may have been carried out to the propertysatisfy all relevant legislation and have full certification where appropriate. While not necessarily an exhaustivelist, alterations noted at the time of our inspection include conversion of subjects from original and subsequentchanges to internal layout.

Absolute Ownership assumed. We are unaware of any easements, servitudes or rights of way which mayadversely affect the property. This point should be confirmed by reference to the Title Deeds.

We assume that the carriageways etc., ex adverso the subjects are the responsibility of the local authority. It isalso assumed that any new access roads, footpaths etc., will be private and will be brought up to adoptionstandards and liability thereafter will be shared according to use.

We are of the opinion that the subjects should be insured for buildings reinstatement purposes for a sum of notless than £230,000 (TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY THOUSAND POUNDS STERLING).

We are of the opinion that the market value of the subjects all as previously described and on a vacantpossession basis would be fairly stated in the region of £285,000 (TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTY FIVETHOUSAND POUNDS STERLING).

Signed

Report author

Company name

Address

Date of report

Single Survey

Matters for a solicitor or licensed conveyancer

Estimated reinstatement cost for insurance purposes

Valuation and market comments

Security Print Code [497318 = 7686 ]Electronically signed

Arran Leask

Graham & Sibbald

11 Manor Place, Edinburgh, EH3 7DL

7th February 2012

Permanent outbuildings:

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Property Address

Address 2F,, 37 Great King Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6QRSeller's Name Dr V GlennDate of Inspection 6th February 2012

Property Details

Property Type

Property Style

Does the surveyor believe that the property was built for the public sector,e.g. local authority, military, police?

Flats/Maisonettes only Floor(s) on which located 2 No. of floors in block 4

No. of units in block 4Approximate Year of Construction 1817

Tenure

Ground rent £ Unexpired years

Accommodation

Number of Rooms

Gross Floor Area (excluding garages and outbuildings)

Residential Element (greater than 40%)

Garage / Parking / Outbuildings

Available on site?

Mortgage Valuation Report

Lift provided?

X Absolute Ownership Leasehold

House Bungalow Purpose built maisonette Converted maisonette

Purpose built flat X Converted flat Tenement flat Flat over non-residential use

Other (specify in General Remarks)

Detached Semi detached Mid terrace End terrace

Back to back High rise block Low rise block Other (specify in General Remarks)

Yes X No

Yes X No

2 Living room(s) 2 Bedroom(s) 1 Kitchen(s)

1 Bathroom(s) 1 WC(s) 0 Other (Specify in General remarks)

88 m² (Internal) m² (External)

X Yes No

Single garage Double garage Parking space X No garage / garage space / parking space

Yes No

Based on visual inspection only. If any services appear to be non-mains, please comment on the type and locationof the supply in General Remarks.

Brief description of Central Heating:

Apparent legal issues to be verified by the conveyancer. Please provide a brief description in General Remarks.

Full electric heating.


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Construction

Walls

Roof

Special Risks

Has the property suffered structural movement?

If Yes, is this recent or progressive?

Is there evidence, history, or reason to anticipate subsidence, heave, landslip or flood in theimmediate vicinity?

If Yes to any of the above, provide details in General Remarks.

Service Connections

Drainage Water

Electricity Gas

Central Heating

Site

Location

Planning Issues

Has the property been extended / converted / altered?

If Yes provide details in General Remarks.

Roads


Rights of way Shared drives / access Garage or other amenities on separate site Shared service connections

Ill-defined boundaries Agricultural land included with property Other (specify in General Remarks)

Residential suburb X Residential within town / city Mixed residential / commercial Mainly commercial

Commuter village Remote village Isolated rural property Other (specify in General Remarks)

X Made up road Unmade road Partly completed new road Pedestrian access only Adopted Unadopted

Brick X Stone Concrete Timber frame Other (specify in General Remarks)

Tile X Slate Asphalt Felt Other (specify in General Remarks)

Yes X No

Yes No

Yes X No

X Mains Private None X Mains Private None

X Mains Private None X Mains Private None

X Yes Partial None

X Yes No

At the time of inspection the subjects were found to be in an order consistent with age with no serious defectsnoted other than routine maintenance issues consistent with a property of this age and type.

None.


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General Remarks

Essential Repairs

Estimated cost of essential repairs £ Retention recommended? Amount £


Yes X No

In our opinion the property is suitable for loan purposes.

(to include the cost of total rebuilding, site clearance, professional fees, ancillary charges plus VAT)

month Short Assured Tenancy basis?


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Comment on Mortgageability

Valuations

Market value in present condition £ 285,000

Market value on completion of essential repairs £Insurance reinstatement value £ 230,000

Is a reinspection necessary?

Buy To Let Cases

What is the reasonable range of monthly rental income for the property assuming a letting on a 6 £

Is the property in an area where there is a steady demand for rented accommodation of this type?

Declaration

Signed Security Print Code [497318 = 7686 ]Electronically signed by:-

Surveyor's name Arran Leask

Professional qualifications BSc MRICS

Company name Graham & Sibbald

Address 11 Manor Place, Edinburgh, EH3 7DL

Telephone 0131 225 1559

Fax 0131 226 3754

Report date 7th February 2012


Yes X No

Yes No

Energy Performance Certificate

Address of dwelling and other detailsDwelling type: Top-floor flatName of approved organisation: RICS Protocol for ScotlandMembership number: RICS175864Date of certificate: 05 July 2011Reference number: 6619-9523-9100-0025-9906Type of assessment: RdSAP, existing dwellingTotal floor area: 88 m2Main type of heating and fuel: Electric storage heaters

2F37 GREAT KING STREETEDINBURGHEH3 6QR

This dwelling's performance ratingsThis dwelling has been assessed using the RdSAP 2009 methodology. Its performance is rated in terms of theenergy use per square metre of floor area, energy efficiency based on fuel costs and environmental impactbased on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. CO2is a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change.Energy Efficiency Rating

Current PotentialVery energy efficient - lower running costs

A(92 plus)

B(81-91)

C(69-80)

D(55-68)

E(39-54)

F(21-38)

G(1-20)

Not energy efficient - higher running costs

Scotland EU Directive2002/91/EC

58 58

Environmental Impact (CO2) RatingCurrent Potential

Very environmentally friendly - lower CO2emissions

A(92 plus)

B(81-91)

C(69-80)

D(55-68)

E(39-54)

F(21-38)

G(1-20)

Not environmentally friendly - higher CO2emissions

Scotland EU Directive2002/91/EC

37 37

The energy efficiency rating is a measure of theoverall efficiency of a home. The higher the ratingthe more energy efficient the home is and the lowerthe fuel bills are likely to be.

The environmental impact rating is a measure of ahome's impact on the environment in terms ofcarbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The higher therating the less impact it has on the environment.

Approximate current energy use per square metre of floor area: 447 kWh/m2per year Approximate current CO2emissions: 79 kg/m2per year

Cost effective improvementsBelow is a list of lower cost measures that will raise the energy performance of the dwelling to the potential indicated in the tables above.

Not ApplicableA full energy report is appended to this certificate

Remember to look for the Energy Saving Trust Recommended logo when buying energy-efficientproducts. It's a quick and easy way to identify the most energy-efficient products on the market.Information from this EPC may be given to the Energy Saving Trust to provide advice to householderson financial help available to improve home energy efficiency.

N.B. THIS CERTIFICATE MUST BE AFFIXED TO THE DWELLING AND NOT BE REMOVEDUNLESS IT IS REPLACED WITH AN UPDATED VERSION Page 1 of 5

2F, 37 GREAT KING STREET, EDINBURGH, EH3 6QR Energy Performance Certificate05 July 2011 RRN: 6619-9523-9100-0025-9906

Energy Report

The Energy Performance Certificate and Energy Report for this dwelling were produced following an energy assessment undertaken by a member of RICS Protocol for Scotland. This is an organisation which has been approved by the Scottish Ministers. The certificate has been produced under the Building (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2006 and a copy of the certificate and this energy report have been lodged on a national register.Assessor's name: Mr. Arran LeaskCompany name/trading name: Graham & SibbaldAddress: 11 Manor Place Edinburgh EH3 7DLPhone number: 0131 2405324Fax number: 0131 226 3754E-mail address: [email protected] party disclosure: No related party

Estimated energy use, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and fuel costs of this homeCurrent Potential

Energy use 447 kWh/m2per year 447 kWh/m2per yearCarbon dioxide emissions 7.0 tonnes per year 7.0 tonnes per yearLighting £52 per year £52 per yearHeating £760 per year £760 per yearHot water £126 per year £126 per year

The figures in the table above have been provided to enable prospective buyers and tenants to compare the fuel costs and carbon emissions of one home with another. To enable this comparison the figures have been calculated using standardised running conditions (heating periods, room temperatures, etc.) that are the same for all homes, consequently they are unlikely to match an occupier's actual fuel bills and carbon emissions in practice. The figures do not include the impacts of the fuels used for cooking or running appliances, such as TV, fridge etc.; nor do they reflect the costs associated with service, maintenance or safety inspections. Always check the certificate date because fuel prices can change over time and energy saving recommendations will evolve.About the building's performance ratings

The ratings on the certificate provide a measure of the buildings overall energy efficiency and its environmental impact, calculated in accordance with a national methodology that takes into account factors such as insulation, heating and hot water systems, ventilation and fuels used.Not all buildings are used in the same way, so energy ratings use standard occupancy assumptions which may be different from the specific way you use your home.Buildings that are more energy efficient use less energy, save money and help protect the environment. A building with a rating of 100 would cost almost nothing to heat and light and would cause almost no carbon emissions. The potential ratings in the certificate describe how close this building could get to 100 if all the cost effective recommended improvements were implemented.About the impact of buildings on the environment

One of the biggest contributors to global warming is carbon dioxide. The way we use energy in buildings causes emissions of carbon. The energy we use for heating, lighting and power in homes produces over a quarter of the UK's carbon dioxide emissions and other buildings produce a further one-sixth.The average household causes about 6 tonnes of carbon dioxide every year. Adopting the recommendations in this report can reduce emissions and protect the environment. You could reduce emissions even more by switching to renewable energy sources. In addition there are many simple everyday measures that will save money, improve comfort and reduce the impact on the environment. Some examples are given at the end of this report.

Software Version: EES RdSAP v19.04r22, BRE SAP Worksheet 9.90 Page 2 of 5

2F, 37 GREAT KING STREET, EDINBURGH, EH3 6QR Recommendations05 July 2011 RRN: 6619-9523-9100-0025-9906

Summary of this home's energy performance related featuresThe table below gives an assessment of the key individual elements that have an impact on this home's energy and environmental performance. Each element is assessed by the national calculation methodology; 1 star = very poor (least efficient), 2 stars = poor, 3 stars = average, 4 stars = good and 5 stars = very good (most efficient). The assessment does not take into consideration the physical condition of any element. 'Assumed' means that the insulation could not be inspected and an assumption has been made in the methodology based on age and type of construction

Element Description Current performanceEnergy Efficiency Environmental

Walls Sandstone, as built, no insulation (assumed)Roof Pitched, 150 mm loft insulationFloor (other premises below)Windows Single glazedMain heating Electric storage heatersMain heating controls Manual charge controlSecondary heating Portable electric heaters (assumed)Hot water Electric immersion, off-peakLighting Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets

Current energy efficiency rating D 58Current environmental impact (CO2) rating F 37

Low and zero carbon energy sourcesThese are sources of energy (producing or providing electricity or hot water) which emit little or no carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. There are none applicable to this home.

Renewable Heat IncentiveYou could receive 20 years of RHI payments and help reduce carbon emissions by replacing your existing heating system with one that generates renewable heat and, where appropriate, having your loft insulated to 150 mm and cavity walls filled. The energy required for space and water heating shown below would form the basis of the payments. The Department of Energy and Climate Change has up-to date information on technologies supported and the support levels at www.decc.gov.uk/rhi.This dwelling: Loft insulation 150 mm or more, Cavity walls not presentHeat demand for RHI Existing dwelling With loft

insulation onlyWith cavity

insulation onlyWith loft and

cavity insulationSpace heating (kWh per year) 12,498 - - - Water heating (kWh per year) 1,878

Further information about Energy Performance Certificates and Energy Reports will be found under Frequently Asked Questions at www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/epc-faq.

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2F, 37 GREAT KING STREET, EDINBURGH, EH3 6QR Energy Report05 July 2011 RRN: 6619-9523-9100-0025-9906

Recommended measures to improve this homes energy performanceNone

Further measures to achieve even higher standardsThe further measures listed below should be considered in addition to those already specified if aiming for the highest possible standards for this home. Some of these measures may be cost-effective when other building work is being carried out such as an alteration, extension or repair. Also they may become cost-effective in the future depending on changes in technology costs and fuel prices. However you should check the conditions in any covenants, warranties or sale contracts, and whether any legal permissions are required such as a building warrant, planning consent or listed building restrictions. The indicative costs are representative for most properties but may not apply in a particular case.

Indicative Cost Typical savingsper year

Ratings after improvementEnergy

EfficiencyEnvironmental

Impact

1 Change heating to gas condensing boiler £3,000 - £7,000 £303 C 71 C 70

Enhanced energy efficiency rating C 71Enhanced environmental impact (CO2) rating C 70

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2F, 37 GREAT KING STREET, EDINBURGH, EH3 6QR Recommendations05 July 2011 RRN: 6619-9523-9100-0025-9906

About the further measures to achieve even higher standardsFurther measures that could deliver even higher standards for this home. You should check the conditions in any covenants, planning conditions, warranties or sale contracts before undertaking any of these measures. If you are a tenant, before undertaking any work you should check the terms of your lease and obtain approal from your landlord if the lease either requires it, or makes no express provision for such work.1 Gas condensing boilerChanging the heating to use a mains gas boiler that provides both space and water heating will save money, as mains gas is currently cheaper than the fuel being used at present. A condensing boiler is capable of much higher efficiencies than other types of boiler, meaning it will burn less fuel to heat the property, but there may be exceptional circumstances making this impractical. Condensing boilers need a drain for the condensate which limits their location; remember this when considering remodelling the room containing the existing boiler even if the latter is to be retained for the time being (for example a kitchen makeover). This improvement is most appropriate when the existing heating system needs repair or replacement. Building regulations may apply to this work, so it is best to obtain advice from your local authority building standards department and from a qualified heating engineer. It is also recommended to change the electricity tariff to standard tariff when off-peak is no longer used.What can I do today?

Actions that will save money and reduce the impact of your home on the environment include:Ensure that you understand the dwelling and how its energy systems are intended to work so as to obtainthe maximum benefit in terms of reducing energy use and CO2emissions.If you have a conservatory or sunroom, avoid heating it in order to use it in cold weather and close doorsbetween the conservatory and dwelling.Check that your heating system thermostat is not set too high (in a home, 21°C in the living room issuggested) and use the timer to ensure you only heat the building when necessary.Make sure your hot water is not too hot - a cylinder thermostat need not normally be higher than 60°CTurn off lights when not needed and do not leave appliances on standby. Remember not to leave chargers(e.g. for mobile phones) turned on when you are not using them.Close your curtains at night to reduce heat escaping through the windows.If you're not filling up the washing machine, tumble dryer or dishwasher, use the half-load or economyprogramme. Minimise the use of tumble dryers and dry clothes outdoors where possible.Check the draught-proofing of windows and replace it if appropriate.If you have unused open chimneys consider blocking them off (making provision for a ventilation openingand a cowl on top of the chimney to avoid dampness).

For advice on how to take action and to find out about offers available to help make your home more energy efficient, call 0800 512 012 or visit www.energysavingtrust.org.uk.

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