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Which is the free running track in London?

The running track at Regent's Park is free to use.

How did previous court decisions, like Windermere and Oliver, influence property law in the UK?

Windermere Marina Village v Wild and Oliver v Sheffield City Council were landmark cases that broadened the interpretation of section 27A (6), making provisions that allowed landlords to define "fair and reasonable" service charge proportions void. These cases laid t...

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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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What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Some of the major problems buyers and sellers face in the property market are lack of efficiency in the process and energy management.

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Why are stakeholders criticising the Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation?

Stakeholders believe the move will result in significant administrative and financial burdens on small accommodation providers and hinder the sector's growth.

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What are interpretations involving lease provisions and rights of the landlord and the tenant of their capacity to have their say on the lease renewals?

Pole Properties Limited v Feinberg [1982] 43 P&CR 121 (Court of Appeal)SummaryIn the matter Pole Properties Limited v Feinberg [1982] 43 P&CR 121, the courts had summed interpretations involving lease provisions and rights of the landlord and the tenant of th...

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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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What do the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) cover?

The HCIs estimate inflation rates experienced by different household groups in the UK.

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What are the key provisions of the Building Safety Act 2022?

The Building Safety Act introduces several important provisions, including thecreation of the Building Safety Regulator with the power to prevent new development unless specific gateways are passed. One nee aspect is the pre-occupation Fire Risk Assessment. In addi...

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How many people in the UK may lose their homes or be on the streets in the present situation?

Homelessness is a strong possibility for nearly 270,000 people in the UK who may lose their homes or be on the streets.

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What happens if a landlord fails to comply with current regulations?

Landlords who refuse to accept the new regulations may face serious consequences. It may include a fine or even imprisonment.

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Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

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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’s happening to UK house prices?

The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price growth is now falling.The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price g...

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What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

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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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4. Does the freehold ownership change after the Right to Manage?

Freehold ownership remains with the freeholder despite the formation of an RTM company.

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What is forfeiture?

Forfeiture is essentially an action to terminate a lease in accordance with the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. Since February 2005 for residential properties it is a requirement to first seek sanction that the proposed act you intend to rely on to forfeit a lease is a...

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What is the process after the meeting?

After the meeting, the minutes will be issued so you can see the actions arising. You can log onto the Ringley Gateway™ and watch as we action things.

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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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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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Do all the leaseholders need to agree to apply for a court-appointed property manager?

The requirement for all leaseholders to agree on applying for a court-appointed property manager can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances. In some cases, the agreement of all leaseholders may be necessary, while in others, a majority or a...

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How do the UK Household Costs Indices per housing consumer group (HCIs) complement indices like CPIH and CPI?

The HCIs supplement the Consumer Prices Index, including owner-occupiers' Housing costs (CPIH) and the Consumer Prices Index (CPI). They demonstrate how prices of goods and services consumed by various household subgroups change over time, offering insight into their...

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Is the landlord responsible for the maintenance of the property?

The landlord is accountable for repairs and maintenance of the property. They are responsible for damages if there is negligence or delay in routine maintenance and repairs.

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How do you get rid of Silverfish?

Some simple advice to get rid of silverfish if you are a leaseholder in a block of flats are:Remove their food source: you don’t want to be sharing food with pests, so seal your dried goods in airtight containers. If silverfish won’t be able to access their favored m...

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What are the benefits of having a neighborhood development plan?

An area with a neighborhood development plan may not need permission from the local planning authority for infrastructure development work in the community.

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What is Building Biology?

Building Biology is a field that examines how the built environment affects human health. It focuses on creating homes free from harmful elements, promoting well-being through considerations like electromagnetic field exposure, indoor air quality, and design principles.

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Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

Ground source heat pumps help reduce carbon emissions by up to 50 percent compared to traditional systems. They use the natural heat stored in the ground to heat buildings instead of burning fossil fuels like gas or oil.

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What is the Right to Manage legislation?

The common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

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What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

The FCA has been strongly criticised by Insurance Business magazine for its lack of action in addressing leasehold insurance irregularities.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

Which is the free running track in London?

The running track at Regent's Park is free to use.

How did previous court decisions, like Windermere and Oliver, influence property law in the UK?

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.

What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Some of the major problems buyers and sellers face in the property market are lack of efficiency in the process and energy management.

Why are stakeholders criticising the Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation?

Stakeholders believe the move will result in significant administrative and financial burdens on small accommodation providers and hinder the sector's growth.

What are interpretations involving lease provisions and rights of the landlord and the tenant of their capacity to have their say on the lease renewals?

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.

What do the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) cover?

The HCIs estimate inflation rates experienced by different household groups in the UK.

What are the key provisions of the Building Safety Act 2022?

How many people in the UK may lose their homes or be on the streets in the present situation?

Homelessness is a strong possibility for nearly 270,000 people in the UK who may lose their homes or be on the streets.

What happens if a landlord fails to comply with current regulations?

Landlords who refuse to accept the new regulations may face serious consequences. It may include a fine or even imprisonment.

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

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’s happening to UK house prices?

What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

4. Does the freehold ownership change after the Right to Manage?

Freehold ownership remains with the freeholder despite the formation of an RTM company.

What is forfeiture?

What is the process after the meeting?

After the meeting, the minutes will be issued so you can see the actions arising. You can log onto the Ringley Gateway™ and watch as we action things.

What are Service Charge Accounts?

How can the housing crisis be addressed?

Do all the leaseholders need to agree to apply for a court-appointed property manager?

How do the UK Household Costs Indices per housing consumer group (HCIs) complement indices like CPIH and CPI?

Is the landlord responsible for the maintenance of the property?

The landlord is accountable for repairs and maintenance of the property. They are responsible for damages if there is negligence or delay in routine maintenance and repairs.

How do you get rid of Silverfish?

What are the benefits of having a neighborhood development plan?

An area with a neighborhood development plan may not need permission from the local planning authority for infrastructure development work in the community.

What is Building Biology?

Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

What is the Right to Manage legislation?

The common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

The FCA has been strongly criticised by Insurance Business magazine for its lack of action in addressing leasehold insurance irregularities.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Which is the free running track in London?

How did previous court decisions, like Windermere and Oliver, influence property law in the UK?

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

What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Why are stakeholders criticising the Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation?

What are interpretations involving lease provisions and rights of the landlord and the tenant of their capacity to have their say on the lease renewals?

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

What do the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) cover?

What are the key provisions of the Building Safety Act 2022?

How many people in the UK may lose their homes or be on the streets in the present situation?

What happens if a landlord fails to comply with current regulations?

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

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’s happening to UK house prices?

What happens when ESG is not measured?

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

4. Does the freehold ownership change after the Right to Manage?

What is forfeiture?

What is the process after the meeting?

What are Service Charge Accounts?

How can the housing crisis be addressed?

Do all the leaseholders need to agree to apply for a court-appointed property manager?

How do the UK Household Costs Indices per housing consumer group (HCIs) complement indices like CPIH and CPI?

Is the landlord responsible for the maintenance of the property?

How do you get rid of Silverfish?

What are the benefits of having a neighborhood development plan?

What is Building Biology?

Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

What is the Right to Manage legislation?

What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

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