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How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

The case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] is an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care.In this instance, a young girl named Poppy was placed in foster care under Sheffie...

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How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there from 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between landlords and tenants.

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When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 came into force on August 1, 2022, after receiving Royal Assent.

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1. What is the court appointment for a manager?

The court appointment of a manager is a legal process through which a court appoints a third party, typically a professional property manager, to assume the management and administration of a property or a specific aspect of its management. This process usually occur...

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How do I apply to the Tribunal for an appointed property manager?

To apply to the tribunal for an appointed property manager, you would generally follow these steps:- Review the eligibility criteria: Familiarize yourself with the specific eligibility requirements for applying to the tribunal for an appointed property manager. Th...

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What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

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What do they look for in a building survey?

"With a building survey the customer gets the opportunity to increase the scope, for example: to report on loading and rearrangement of the property for conversion or extension. In general, the report includes details on:Major and minor defects and their meaning,Damp...

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Who can have claims brought against them?

Claims can be brought against manufacturers of construction products, and all other economic operators (e.g. distributors) in the supply and marketing of construction products. It will depend on which party is responsible for the product being mis-sold, inherently de...

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What are zero deposit schemes, and why are they controversial?

Zero deposit schemes require tenants to pay a fee equivalent to one week's rent instead of the traditional five-week deposit. They are controversial because the fee is non-refundable, tenants remain liable for damages, and additional costs may be incurred.

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What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?

Birmingham Build to Rent (BTR)London Build to Rent (BTR)Liverpool Build to Rent (BTR)Bristol Build to Rent (BTR)Manchester Build to Rent (BTR)Leeds Build to Rent (BTR)Leicster Build to Rent (BTR)Newcastle upon Tyne Build to Rent (BTR)Southampton Build to Rent (BTR)No...

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How long does it take to get an EPC?

Landlords or sellers can get a call within 48 hours of filling out a form. The survey must be done within 10 days. The EPC is provided the day after the assessment is completed.

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How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between the landlords and the tenants.

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What are the housing options available in Salford?

Salford offers many housing options, including apartments, terraced houses, semi-detached houses, and larger family homes. Rental and purchase options are available across various neighborhoods in the city.

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What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

Building Biology signifies a comprehensive strategy for designing and shaping environments in construction with a holistic viewpoint, highlighting the health of inhabitants and promoting sustainable structures.

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What exactly is a party wall?

t forms part of a building and stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners orIt separates buildings and it either stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners.

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Kennet House, 2008, City of WestminsterSummaryThe case of Kennet House, 2008, relates a disputable case that has come to service charges and legionnaire’s' rights. This case brought into consideration the principles of reasonableness and transparency in the administr...

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What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

This is a simply a register of who is control of the company i.e. the directors and should reflect the records held at Companies House as any appointments or resignations have to be referred to them by completing them a 288A form.

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I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?

Yes. Please complete the Proxy Form and then another attendee can vote on your behalf.

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What are the new energy efficiency rules for the private rental sector in the UK?

The UK government is proposing to raise the minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating to a band C by 2025 for new tenancies and for all tenancies by 2028.

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Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

Although social landlords are encouraged to improve energy efficiency, the 2030 EPC C target has not been mandated yet for social landlords. That said, both the Conservative government and now the Labour government have set aside money via the Social Housing Decarbo...

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What is the average cost of installing a ground source heat pump?

The average cost of installing a ground source heat pump system can range from 10,000 to 20,000 or more for a typical domestic installation in the UK. Still, it depends on various factors, such as the systems size, location of installation, and complexity.

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What are permitted development rights (PDR)?

PDR, or Permitted development rights, are planning rights to develop without the need to jump through all the hoops that the normal planning process requires. For example, in 2013 permitted development rights were given for office-to-residential conversion in most a...

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How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

The New Homes Ombudsman Service aims to improve the quality of new homes and enhance consumer protection for homebuyers. It provides a cost-effective and less time-intensive alternative dispute resolution process for resolving issues with developers, ensuring buyers'...

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Why is Stockport in the limelight?

Stockport has been named one of the best up and coming areas to live and invest in for 2023.

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The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

6 Grantley HouseSummaryThe case 6 Grantley House is an issue where there have been disagreements on service charges which are claimed to have been charged to by the landlord to the tenants to the property. The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, t...

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What happens if the How to Rent Guide is not shared with tenants?

The How to Rent Guide forms part of the prescribed information landlords must issue to their tenants. If a landlord fails to issue the How to Rent Guide to their tenants, the landlord cannot implement the right to end a tenancy using Section 21 of The Housing Act 1988.

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Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?

Many existing landlords may exit the Private Rental Sector because of the new EPC regulations leading to a shortfall in the availability of rental homes. This is on top of many already having left the market due to the Section 24 tax changes that phased out the abili...

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What is the cost of PBSA accommodation?

The cost of PBSA in the UK can vary widely depending on the location, type of accommodation, and facilities provided. Rents typically are higher than mainstream BTR (build to rent) justified by often larger amenity areas.... but that norm too is now being challenged...

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What is the Building Safety Act?

The UK Building Safety Act is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures for high-rise residential buildings.

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how does The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 deals with the issue of adverse possession?

The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 is a notable legal case that deals with the issue of adverse possession and its application in property law.Pole Properties Ltd., the claimant in this case, sought to take ownership of a plot of land t...

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What our customers are asking:

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there from 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between landlords and tenants.

When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 came into force on August 1, 2022, after receiving Royal Assent.

1. What is the court appointment for a manager?

How do I apply to the Tribunal for an appointed property manager?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

What do they look for in a building survey?

Who can have claims brought against them?

What are zero deposit schemes, and why are they controversial?

What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?

How long does it take to get an EPC?

Landlords or sellers can get a call within 48 hours of filling out a form. The survey must be done within 10 days. The EPC is provided the day after the assessment is completed.

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between the landlords and the tenants.

What are the housing options available in Salford?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

What exactly is a party wall?

1 What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?

Yes. Please complete the Proxy Form and then another attendee can vote on your behalf.

What are the new energy efficiency rules for the private rental sector in the UK?

The UK government is proposing to raise the minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating to a band C by 2025 for new tenancies and for all tenancies by 2028.

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

What is the average cost of installing a ground source heat pump?

What are permitted development rights (PDR)?

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

Why is Stockport in the limelight?

Stockport has been named one of the best up and coming areas to live and invest in for 2023.

The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there from 2021 to 2022?

When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?

1. What is the court appointment for a manager?

How do I apply to the Tribunal for an appointed property manager?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

What do they look for in a building survey?

Who can have claims brought against them?

What are zero deposit schemes, and why are they controversial?

What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?

How long does it take to get an EPC?

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

What are the housing options available in Salford?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

What exactly is a party wall?

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What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?

What are the new energy efficiency rules for the private rental sector in the UK?

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

What is the average cost of installing a ground source heat pump?

What are permitted development rights (PDR)?

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

Why is Stockport in the limelight?

The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

What happens if the How to Rent Guide is not shared with tenants?

Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?

What is the cost of PBSA accommodation?

What is the Building Safety Act?

how does The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 deals with the issue of adverse possession?

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