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What are the different parks in Wembley?

Wembley Park has several scenic parks, including Elvin Gardens and Arena Square.

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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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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The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

You do have a say, any demand over 250 for any 1 service charge payer must be subject to statutory section 20 consultation (up to 3 notices of 30 days each) the notices are 'statutory consultation' and you have 30 days to make observations, all such observations MUST...

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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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What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

In 2025 The 2030 agenda for sustainable development was adopted by all United Nations member states. Recognised globally, it provides a shared blueprint and at its heart are 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries...

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What are Service Charge Accounts?

The service charge accounts are the most relevant accounts to the owners as they explain what money has been collected (based on the budget) and what was spent. Service charge accounts are NOT FOR PROFIT which means that if less was spent than budgeted - there will b...

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What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

Roof Development (Hannon v 169 Queen's Gate Limited)SummaryThis is an application relating to a proposed refurbishment development across the roof of a premises by 169 Queen's Gate Limited, the Freeholder, and an affected Mr. Hannon, who is a leaseholder. This applic...

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Whether the freeholder has raised justifiable charges and, on the contrary, whether it was justifiable for the leaseholder o refuse to pay.

Rettke-Grover v Needleman & Anor | [2010] UKUT 283 (LC)SummaryThe case of Rettke-Grover v Needleman & Anor [2010] UKUT 283 (LC) involves a dispute between the freeholder and the leaseholder on the issue of fair service charges. In essence, a question before t...

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What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

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How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

The case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] is an important decision in UK caselaw that explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies.Mrs. Williams, a Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association tenant, ...

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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 steps are being taken by the government to end rough sleeping?

Apart from initiating steps such as the Night Shelter Transformation Fund, the government provides support through organisations and communities to create pathways for stable and secure housing. This helps individuals without a fixed or regular place to stay. They a...

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Which towns and cities in the UK are the most popular Build to Rent (BTR) locations after London?

Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham became the focus of BTR projects after London.

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What is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

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What makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

Low crime rates and proximity to public transport make Wembley Park a suitable place to live.

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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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Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

In 2023 as a proposal to curb overseas buyers and give fist time buyers a better chance of getting on the housing ladder, the labour party wants agents to be banned from selling new homes to anyone who has previously owned a home. The proposal has met widespread crit...

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How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

The latest figures (2022) show a huge increase in the number of long-term empty homes across every region in the UK. Government figures released in November 2022, show the number of long-term empty homes has risen by around 20,000 compared to last year. The number o...

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Why did Newham Council initiate legal proceedings against Chaplair Ltd?

The legal action was taken under the Housing Act 2004 after Chaplair Ltd did not comply with an improvement notice, failing to remove hazardous cladding from its Lumiere building within the specified deadline.

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A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

Mullaney v. Maybourne Grange (Croydon) Management Co [1986] 1 E.G.L.R.70 SummarySummaryThe case of Mullaney v Maybourne Grange (Croydon) Management Co. [1986] 1 E.G.L.R. 70 is argued over a complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges bein...

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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 HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) are properties shared by unrelated individuals. Burnley Council is considering stricter regulations due to concerns about increasing anti-social behaviour, crime, and parking issues in certain areas of the borough.

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How does Gove's plan address the housing scarcity issue?

The plan emphasises the construction of more homes in cities, including the ambitious goal of 50,000 new homes in Cambridge. By increasing house-building in inner cities, the plan aims to use urban spaces and infrastructure while protecting the countryside efficiently.

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What is the core objective of this Code of Practice?

The primary goal of this Code is to ensure that residents' experiences shape every decision made during remediation projects. It emphasises consistent communication, understanding residents' diverse needs, involving residents in decisions, and minimising disruptions ...

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We have a number of electric heaters in the common areas. The directors mindful of the costs of running such heaters wish to keep the heat level down. However some owners, and more often or not tenants wish the temperature to be higher. Has anyone had any experience of this and can recommend a minimum temperature.

the answer is it would be unlikely that the lease requires there to be heaters int he common parts 99% of blocks do not have heaters in the common parts if one were to choose what temperature they should be at I would suggest adopt the usual temperature level recomme...

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What is a management agent?

A management agent or managing agent is a company appointed by a Freeholder of a block of flats, or residents or the original developer of the block whose main purpose is to ensure the building is maintained to satisfactory levels in terms of the general upkeep and d...

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What to expect while living in Wembley?

Living in Wembley is a highly satisfying experience as it has many amenities and excellent transportation facilities. The food, music, and entertainment scene is buzzing too.

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How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

The prices of solar panels have dropped by over 88 percent since 2010. For a typical terraced house the installation cost is circa 10,000 and most likely would produce at least 50 percent of the energy required.

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Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

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What our customers are asking:

What are the different parks in Wembley?

Wembley Park has several scenic parks, including Elvin Gardens and Arena Square.

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

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

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What do they look for in a building survey?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

What are Service Charge Accounts?

What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

Whether the freeholder has raised justifiable charges and, on the contrary, whether it was justifiable for the leaseholder o refuse to pay.

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

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

What steps are being taken by the government to end rough sleeping?

Which towns and cities in the UK are the most popular Build to Rent (BTR) locations after London?

Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham became the focus of BTR projects after London.

What is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

What makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

Low crime rates and proximity to public transport make Wembley Park a suitable place to live.

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

Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

Why did Newham Council initiate legal proceedings against Chaplair Ltd?

A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

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 HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

How does Gove's plan address the housing scarcity issue?

What is the core objective of this Code of Practice?

We have a number of electric heaters in the common areas. The directors mindful of the costs of running such heaters wish to keep the heat level down. However some owners, and more often or not tenants wish the temperature to be higher. Has anyone had any experience of this and can recommend a minimum temperature.

What is a management agent?

What to expect while living in Wembley?

Living in Wembley is a highly satisfying experience as it has many amenities and excellent transportation facilities. The food, music, and entertainment scene is buzzing too.

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What are the different parks in Wembley?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

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

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What do they look for in a building survey?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

What are Service Charge Accounts?

What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

Whether the freeholder has raised justifiable charges and, on the contrary, whether it was justifiable for the leaseholder o refuse to pay.

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

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

What steps are being taken by the government to end rough sleeping?

Which towns and cities in the UK are the most popular Build to Rent (BTR) locations after London?

What is the real living wage in London?

What makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

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

Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

Why did Newham Council initiate legal proceedings against Chaplair Ltd?

A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

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

What are HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

How does Gove's plan address the housing scarcity issue?

What is the core objective of this Code of Practice?

What is a management agent?

What to expect while living in Wembley?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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