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How can the housing crisis be addressed?

Addressing the crisis necessitates substantial reform, including replacing the discretionary planning system with a rules-based, flexible zoning system. Intensifying private-sector housebuilding is crucial, focusing on areas with high demand for housing and swiftly i...

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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 is MEES?

MEES or Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards are regulations announced by the UK government, setting a minimum level of energy efficiency for privately rented non-domestic and domestic properties.

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What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

The average cost of installing a GSHP 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 Accounts need to be prepared?

A freehold/resident’s management/right to manage company has to comply with both the Companies Act and the Landlord & Tenant Acts accounting provisions. This means that 'company accounts' have to be filed with Companies House and 'service charge accounts' have to...

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What are the risks of not doing Section 20 consultation properly?

You are at risk. However, since 2014 the Daejan vs Benson case suggests that a dispensation from consultation might be granted if it is just and reasonable to do so, eg, emergency communal heating failure in winter, else what you can recover from service charge paye...

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What are the transportation options available in Salford?

Salford offers a well-connected transportation network. The city has bus services that cover most areas, and the Metrolink tram system provides convenient travel within Salford and connects to neighboring Manchester. Salford is also well-served by train services, and...

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What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

Best advice is to follow a formal specification and tender process, inviting owners to nominate contractors and to nominate a place where tenders can be inspected. The Contract Administrator’s job is to try to bring the contract in on budget, he or she should make ...

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How to reach Wembley Park?

Wembley is easily accessible by London Underground, London Midland, Southern Lines, and London Overground, connecting London to three main stations, Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium, and Wembley Central.

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What impact does the increase in holiday homes have on local communities?

The impact can vary. While holiday homes contribute to the local economy by generating tourism revenue, they can also lead to increased property prices, reduced availability of affordable housing for locals, and changes in the social fabric of communities, especially...

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What are the three most important benefits of buying a house?

Flexibility, long-term investment, and freedom are significant benefits of owning a property.

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What is the approximate cost to upgrade a property with an existing rating of D to EPC band B or C?

The cost of upgrading a property with an EPC rating of D to C could be as much as 6,000

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What powers does the BSR have?

The BSR has various powers to fulfill its regulatory responsibilities. It can take enforcement actions, such as issuing penalties and prohibition notices, to ensure compliance with building safety standards. The BSR can also recover costs from regulated parties.Botto...

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What changes are proposed in The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill for existing leaseholders?

Existing leaseholders stand to benefit from simplified and cost-effective processes for extending lease terms, extending standard lease terms to 990 years with reduced ground rent, and removing the two-year ownership requirement for accessing reforms.

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What is the Renters Reform Bill, and why is it uncertain?

The Renters Reform Bill is legislation introduced in the UK Parliament to reform various aspects of the private rental sector. There is uncertainty because crucial details remain unclear, and its second reading lacks a set timeline.

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What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

Failure to sign the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' can lead to the developers being banned from commencing or completing developments in England. Developers who choose not to join or are expelled from the associated Responsible Actors Scheme (RAS) will be liste...

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When does the Future Homes Standard come into force?

The Future Homes Standard will apply in 2025.

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What is the significance of the Court of Appeal's decision in the Avon Ground Rents case?

The Court of Appeal's decision grants shared ownership leaseholders the same legal rights as other private sector leaseholders, ensuring their eligibility for the right to manage their properties.

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Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

Many software systems are available for this purpose, and they support you in creating the foundation of your coworking community space.

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Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

The causes of action will apply to building in England, Wales and Scotland. We are introducing a power to extend this legislation to include buildings in Northern Ireland.

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Question of construction of lease pacts, reasonableness of servicer charges that are levied and the obligations on the freeholder and the managing agents in the management and maintenance of the property.

Eve Court (2008)SummaryThe Eve Court (2008) is a case which involves a dispute by the leaseholders on the service charges and the management of the residential property. The case is a legal fight on question of construction of lease pacts, reasonableness of servicer ...

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When would a Court Appointed Manager be appointed for a property business?

A court-appointed manager for a property business may be appointed in situations where there are significant issues or disputes that require intervention to protect the interests of the stakeholders involved. Here are some scenarios in which a court-appointed manager...

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What is the purpose of the Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities Committee's investigation into shared ownership?

The committee's inquiry aims to assess whether shared ownership genuinely provides an affordable path to homeownership and identify the obstacles preventing individuals from achieving complete homeownership. Shared ownership faces concerns about its affordability, r...

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Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams (1988) 20 H.L.R. 321SummarySutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams (1988) 20 H.L.R. 321 is a case in which the tenant of a house was evicted by the landlord, Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association. Huge legal points ...

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Establish the matter with relation to the proper construction and application of the lease terms and, in particular, the management and the service element charges that were to be produced to the lease holder.

Gell v 32 St John's Road (Eastbourne) Management Company Ltd [2021]SummaryGell v 32 St John's Road (Eastbourne) Management Company Ltd [2021] is predominantly developed along the lines of the singular issue that challenges the common sense of the service charges by t...

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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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How many private rental properties have disappeared in the last four years?

Nearly 260,000 properties in the private rental sector have disappeared in the UK.

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How many additional properties will meet the growing demand for housing in the UK?

To meet the growing demand for housing, 230,000 additional properties are required in the UK.

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The failure of the defendant in its duties if there existed any, and the remedies the plaintiffs were to be accorded.

Harry Johnson, June Johnson and Others vs County Bideford LtdSummaryHarry Johnson, June Johnson and Others vs Co District Bideford Ltd Corporation Ltd is a case pitting the plaintiffs, who include Harry Johnson and June Johnson and other co-claimants against the defe...

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Why is Royal Waterside emerging as such a famous address in the UK?

Royal Waterside is regarded as the ultimate in modern luxury living. The apartments reflect style, sustainability, and comfort. Each of the luxury residences feels like a tranquil oasis in the city amidst concrete jungles.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

How can the housing crisis be addressed?

Who can have claims brought against them?

What is MEES?

MEES or Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards are regulations announced by the UK government, setting a minimum level of energy efficiency for privately rented non-domestic and domestic properties.

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What Accounts need to be prepared?

What are the risks of not doing Section 20 consultation properly?

What are the transportation options available in Salford?

What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

How to reach Wembley Park?

What impact does the increase in holiday homes have on local communities?

What are the three most important benefits of buying a house?

Flexibility, long-term investment, and freedom are significant benefits of owning a property.

What is the approximate cost to upgrade a property with an existing rating of D to EPC band B or C?

The cost of upgrading a property with an EPC rating of D to C could be as much as 6,000

What powers does the BSR have?

What changes are proposed in The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill for existing leaseholders?

What is the Renters Reform Bill, and why is it uncertain?

What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

When does the Future Homes Standard come into force?

The Future Homes Standard will apply in 2025.

What is the significance of the Court of Appeal's decision in the Avon Ground Rents case?

The Court of Appeal's decision grants shared ownership leaseholders the same legal rights as other private sector leaseholders, ensuring their eligibility for the right to manage their properties.

Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

Many software systems are available for this purpose, and they support you in creating the foundation of your coworking community space.

Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

The causes of action will apply to building in England, Wales and Scotland. We are introducing a power to extend this legislation to include buildings in Northern Ireland.

Question of construction of lease pacts, reasonableness of servicer charges that are levied and the obligations on the freeholder and the managing agents in the management and maintenance of the property.

When would a Court Appointed Manager be appointed for a property business?

What is the purpose of the Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities Committee's investigation into shared ownership?

Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

Establish the matter with relation to the proper construction and application of the lease terms and, in particular, the management and the service element charges that were to be produced to the lease holder.

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

How many private rental properties have disappeared in the last four years?

Nearly 260,000 properties in the private rental sector have disappeared in the UK.

How many additional properties will meet the growing demand for housing in the UK?

To meet the growing demand for housing, 230,000 additional properties are required in the UK.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How can the housing crisis be addressed?

Who can have claims brought against them?

What is MEES?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What Accounts need to be prepared?

What are the risks of not doing Section 20 consultation properly?

What are the transportation options available in Salford?

What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

How to reach Wembley Park?

What impact does the increase in holiday homes have on local communities?

What are the three most important benefits of buying a house?

What is the approximate cost to upgrade a property with an existing rating of D to EPC band B or C?

What powers does the BSR have?

What changes are proposed in The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill for existing leaseholders?

What is the Renters Reform Bill, and why is it uncertain?

What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

When does the Future Homes Standard come into force?

What is the significance of the Court of Appeal's decision in the Avon Ground Rents case?

Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

Question of construction of lease pacts, reasonableness of servicer charges that are levied and the obligations on the freeholder and the managing agents in the management and maintenance of the property.

When would a Court Appointed Manager be appointed for a property business?

What is the purpose of the Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities Committee's investigation into shared ownership?

Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

Establish the matter with relation to the proper construction and application of the lease terms and, in particular, the management and the service element charges that were to be produced to the lease holder.

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

How many private rental properties have disappeared in the last four years?

How many additional properties will meet the growing demand for housing in the UK?

The failure of the defendant in its duties if there existed any, and the remedies the plaintiffs were to be accorded.

Why is Royal Waterside emerging as such a famous address in the UK?

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