Checklist: what to ask during an office viewing

A viewing is often short. With a list you can be sure you forget nothing to ask or check. Take this checklist with you.

Costs and terms

• What is the monthly rent, and is VAT included?
• Which service costs come on top, and what do they cover?
• What are the contract term and the notice period?
• Are there offers or rent-free periods, and under which conditions?

The office itself

• Is the office furnished, and what is included?
• How many people fit comfortably?
• Is there enough daylight, and is there air conditioning?
• How is the acoustics, and can you make calls in peace?
• Can you later move to a larger space in the same building?

Facilities

• Is there fast internet, and how is it arranged?
• Are there meeting rooms, and how do you book them?
• Is there a coffee bar, lounge or lunch room?
• Is there bicycle storage, and what about parking?
• How often is it cleaned?

Access and use

• Can you get in 24/7?
• How do you receive visitors?
• Who is your contact for questions or faults?

Accessibility

• How long is the walk from the station?
• Where do visitors park?
• What is nearby for lunch or a meeting outside the office?

A first impression beforehand

Want an impression first? Walk through the 3D tour of Hekelveld 8–10. Then schedule a viewing to go through all the questions on this list.