
About Us

Tim Smart founded Smart Commercial Property in 2017 having worked in commercial property for several decades, across both the private and public sectors, in London, his native Cornwall and the wider UK market.
Where national reputation meets regional knowledge and connections
Established to primarily serve Cornwall and the South West, Tim and his team of Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultants combine sector-wide expertise with sound local and regional knowledge, to offer a full range of commercial property services.
Putting you at the centre of how we work
Smart Commercial Property is committed to taking a highly personal approach and building close working relationships with its clients. This means you will always get to speak to a director and can be sure of an attentive service with clear explanation of all the issues you need to be appraised of, quick response times and comprehensive follow ups.
Having been Chairman of the RICS Cornwall Local Association (2009-2018) and regularly acting as an arbitrator and expert witness, Tim is widely recognised as an authority in his field and specialises in solving complex property problems. He has taken a leading role in driving inward investment in Cornwall, working with many local and national clients including Inox at Truro’s Langarth site, where he is looking forward to seeing his brainchild, the Stadium for Cornwall, become a reality for the people of Cornwall.
If you require a first class service then look no further. Tim has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in this sector and I personally would not look no further.Gayle Martin
Eclipse Property Cornwall

I have known Tim for more years than I care to remember and in our early careers we worked together for some 3 years. We followed different paths in the profession but on occasions have worked closely and Tim is one of the most passionate property professionals that I know, and I find always acts with the greatest integrity with his clients’ interests at the forefront at all times. It is also the case that with his many years’ experience in the local commercial market he is one of the most knowledgeable surveyors practicing in Cornwall.Julian Crosby
FRICS Managing Director, Dowling Dodd Chartered Surveyors

My company has worked with Tim Smart for many years and always found him professional, personable and an absolute pleasure to work with.Russell Dodge
Business Location Services Ltd

I have had the pleasure of working with Tim Smart on a number of occasions. Tim always works in a very professional and timely manner, answering queries promptly and thoroughly. He has extensive knowledge in the commercial property market, including valuation and planning issues, which have proved invaluable and I would not hesitate to recommend him.Andrea Lane
Director, Lane Architects Cornwall

I have known Tim Smart for a number of years he offers a friendly helpful and professional service I have no hesitation in recommending himJohn Lawson
Senior Partner at Philip Fisher LLP London

Based on a wealth of experience, Tim has a clear understanding of brownfield issues, which is hugely beneficial to all involved. Tim offers considerable knowledge in a professional but friendly manner and is an asset to the industry and all those he works with.Andrea Woodcock
Managing Director, YES - Your Environmental Solutions