13How to work out the lettable area of premises

13 How to work out the lettable area of premises (1) If it is necessary to work out the lettable area of premises for this Act, the premises must be measured in a way, and by someone, agreed between the parties. (2) However, if the parties cannot agree how the premises are to be measured, the Magistrates Court may, on application by a party, decide the way in which the premises are to be measured or appoint someone to measure the premises. (3) Unless the Magistrates Court decides otherwise— (a) the lessor must pay for the first measurement of premises; and (b) the lessor and tenant must pay equal shares for any further measurement.