Who this is for
- Tenants preparing a new lease space
- Landlords preparing spaces for lease
- Property managers
Typical project types
- Office suites
- Medical and professional suites
- Retail suites
- Second-generation space refreshes
Planning and budgeting considerations
These are the questions that most often shape cost, schedule and scope — and they're worth answering before design is final.
- Lease work letter and TI allowance
- Landlord construction rules and approvals
- Existing conditions and building systems
- Accessibility and code upgrades triggered by alterations
- Target occupancy date
What the process involves
- 01Existing conditions walk
- 02Scope and budget review
- 03Permitting
- 04Demolition and rough-in
- 05Finishes
- 06Inspections and certificate of occupancy
Common challenges
Hidden conditions
Existing ceilings and walls can hide conditions that affect scope. A thorough walk-through before pricing reduces surprises.
Allowance gaps
TI allowances do not always cover the full scope. Early budgeting helps tenants negotiate leases with better information.
How Pilgrim Mill Construction approaches it
We help tenants and landlords understand scope and budget before lease commitments where possible, and coordinate closely with building management during construction.
Serving the Southeast
We coordinate tenant improvements throughout the Southeast. Local building reviews, landlord work letters, existing utilities and occupancy dates are evaluated together before the lease-space scope is set. See our service areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you review a space before I sign a lease?
Yes — a pre-lease walk can identify scope and budget considerations that are useful in lease negotiations.
Do tenant improvements require permits?
Most do. Requirements depend on the jurisdiction and scope of work.