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Equitable doctrines insofar as informal agreements or assurances may be reached upon for matters dealing with property ownership and the expectations that ensue post any such agreement.

Gabb v Farrokhzad [2022] EWHSummaryThe case of Gabb v Farrokhzad [2022] EWHC 212 (Ch) is a judgment passed in the Chancery Division of the High Court of England and Wales governing complex issues such as property rights, proprietary estoppel, and constructive trusts....

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What is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirement for rental properties in the UK?

All rental properties in England and Wales are required by law to have an EPC rating of C or above to meet the EPC requirement. The minimum EPC requirement was set to be raised to EPC C by 2028, but there are indications that this timeline might be delayed

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Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

Seeking compensation when the freeholder is absent can be challenging, as it depends on the specific circumstances and applicable laws in your jurisdiction. However, there are certain situations where you may be able to pursue compensation:- Breach of lease obliga...

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Are agents obliged to offer a digital solution?

No. Currently, they dont have to offer a digital solution. However, the government is preparing the ground for letting agents embrace the digital-first approach. The process is faster and lessens the chances of fraud.

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What defence can a developer offer in respect of new developer claims now limitation periods have been extended?

Generally there are TWO potential defences a defendant may be able to raise in respect of the new limitation periods:if the claim has already been settled or determined; orthe extended limitation period breaches the defendant’s rights under the Human Rights Act 1998....

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Building Liability Orders Background It is common practice that property developers set up a subsidiary company with very few assets to own and manage an individual development, and then be wound down once the development is completed. This practice can be used to secure investment in a project, in a long run it can also leave the developer group with no long-term civil liability. Given the current situation, Government has decided to intervene to help those affected find fair redress for building safety issues. What are we going to do?

The Building Safety Bill will grant a power to the High Courts which allows them to extend specific liabilities for one company to any other associated companies and make them jointly and severally liable, should the High Court considers it just and equitable to do s...

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Which liabilities could a Building Liability Order be applied to?

A claimant can request a Building Liability Order when a claim is made under the Defective Premises Act 1972, section 38 of the Building Act 1984 or any other claim which is incurred as a result of a risk from fire spread or structural failure.

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What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Only seven percent of property listings mention pet-friendly in the advertisements.

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How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Rooftop development can address the acute housing shortage by adding thousands of new affordable homes. The projects have the potential to enhance living standards and energy efficiency.

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Why are the big names in the UK's property industry calling for clarity on EPC regulations?

UK property experts want clear guidance on how and when EPC regulations will be reformed as deadlines loom. There is a lot of confusion about EPC regulations and their implementation.

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What makes Manchester NQ such an attraction for the younger generation?

Manchester NQ is a rare combination of vintage and modern. The homes still have that 90s look which adds to their unique charm.

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What do tenancy inventory reporting software systems do?

Inventory software such as Ringley's Quick Inventory offer checklists and photo capture to document an accurate picture of a property so as to create a benchmark against which loss, damage and wear and tear can be checked when a tenant leaves.

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Are there good commutation facilities in Coventry?

The city is well-connected to other famous places in the UK by rail and road.

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What is the BBRS Contemporary Scheme?

The BBRS Contemporary Scheme covers cases registered from 1 April 2019 onwards for businesses with a turnover of up to 10m per annum and total assets of up to 7.5m.

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What is service charge?

Service Charge is the term used for the funds collected from lessees for day to day service charge items. It is collected on the due dates specified in the lease.

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Why did RAAC concrete cause UK government to order the immediate closure of hundreds of school buildings?

The government took this drastic step after "new evidence" emerged, highlighting the safety risks associated with RAAC. A concrete beam collapsed during the school holidays.

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What is the UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

The Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) will deliver an additional 6bn in investment, planned during the next parliament. The task force will also oversee the delivery of energy efficiency improvements from homes, businesses, and the publi...

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Is freehold property good to buy?

Leasehold enfranchisement……When undertaking a valuation for negotiation the Chartered Valuation Surveyor has to interpret the right evidence for the right situation to bring maximum benefit to the Client.

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How does the Bill address tenants' rights to keep pets in rented properties?

The Bill grants renters the right to request permission to have pets, and landlords cannot impose general bans.

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What are the trading standards requirements for technology on words used for property listings?

The guidance was updated to enhance property-listing practices, making them more consumer-friendly and transparent, in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. The terms formally defined are:Under Offer, Let Agreed, Let, New On The Mar...

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What is the last date for registering information on overseas entities owning UK properties with Companies House?

The last date to register information with Companies House is January 31, 2022.

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Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

The right to apply for the appointment of a Court Appointed Manager depends on the specific laws and regulations governing the jurisdiction in which the property is located. Generally, the right to apply for a Court Appointed Manager is granted to individuals or part...

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What is RAAC concrete and why is it causing concern in the UK?

Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) is a lightweight construction material used in buildings, including schools, between the 1950s and 1990s. The concern arises because RAAC has a limited design life of 30 years, and structural issues have emerged in these ...

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How does the new mortgage charter benefit borrowers?

The charter allows borrowers to communicate with their lender without impacting their credit score, provides the option to switch to interest-only or extend the mortgage term without credit score consequences, and offers measures to avoid repossession in extreme circ...

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What should a landlord do if they cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves?

Contacting the police or local authorities for help is an option if the landlord cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue.

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What is the LA FLEX scheme?

The LA FLEX scheme is suitable for households not receiving any benefits in the form of aid. The Local Authority Eligibility Flexibility (LA Flex) mechanism provides attractive discounts to households for energy efficiency upgrades. Under the LA FLEX scheme, the gov...

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How does the Energy Company Obligation scheme 'ECO4' scheme help the UK households?

The UK government's ECO4 scheme provides free energy efficiency upgrades to qualifying households as grants. These free upgrades help them reduce energy requirements, electricity bills, and carbon emissions. The ECO4 grants fund wall or cavity insulation and new heat...

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Which types of buildings will fall under the higher risk regime?

Residential buildings (with at least two units), care homes, and hospitals that are 18m tall or have at least 7 storeys will be subject to the new regime.

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What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

The UK government offers grants through schemes like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), Energy Company Obligation (ECO), and Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan program, providing up to 7,500 grants and additional funding for eligible rural homes.

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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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What our customers are asking:

Equitable doctrines insofar as informal agreements or assurances may be reached upon for matters dealing with property ownership and the expectations that ensue post any such agreement.

What is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirement for rental properties in the UK?

Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

Are agents obliged to offer a digital solution?

What defence can a developer offer in respect of new developer claims now limitation periods have been extended?

Building Liability Orders Background It is common practice that property developers set up a subsidiary company with very few assets to own and manage an individual development, and then be wound down once the development is completed. This practice can be used to secure investment in a project, in a long run it can also leave the developer group with no long-term civil liability. Given the current situation, Government has decided to intervene to help those affected find fair redress for building safety issues. What are we going to do?

Which liabilities could a Building Liability Order be applied to?

What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Only seven percent of property listings mention pet-friendly in the advertisements.

How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Rooftop development can address the acute housing shortage by adding thousands of new affordable homes. The projects have the potential to enhance living standards and energy efficiency.

Why are the big names in the UK's property industry calling for clarity on EPC regulations?

UK property experts want clear guidance on how and when EPC regulations will be reformed as deadlines loom. There is a lot of confusion about EPC regulations and their implementation.

What makes Manchester NQ such an attraction for the younger generation?

Manchester NQ is a rare combination of vintage and modern. The homes still have that 90s look which adds to their unique charm.

What do tenancy inventory reporting software systems do?

Are there good commutation facilities in Coventry?

The city is well-connected to other famous places in the UK by rail and road.

What is the BBRS Contemporary Scheme?

The BBRS Contemporary Scheme covers cases registered from 1 April 2019 onwards for businesses with a turnover of up to 10m per annum and total assets of up to 7.5m.

What is service charge?

Service Charge is the term used for the funds collected from lessees for day to day service charge items. It is collected on the due dates specified in the lease.

Why did RAAC concrete cause UK government to order the immediate closure of hundreds of school buildings?

The government took this drastic step after "new evidence" emerged, highlighting the safety risks associated with RAAC. A concrete beam collapsed during the school holidays.

What is the UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

Is freehold property good to buy?

How does the Bill address tenants' rights to keep pets in rented properties?

The Bill grants renters the right to request permission to have pets, and landlords cannot impose general bans.

What are the trading standards requirements for technology on words used for property listings?

What is the last date for registering information on overseas entities owning UK properties with Companies House?

The last date to register information with Companies House is January 31, 2022.

Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

What is RAAC concrete and why is it causing concern in the UK?

How does the new mortgage charter benefit borrowers?

What should a landlord do if they cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves?

Contacting the police or local authorities for help is an option if the landlord cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue.

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

How does the Energy Company Obligation scheme 'ECO4' scheme help the UK households?

Which types of buildings will fall under the higher risk regime?

Residential buildings (with at least two units), care homes, and hospitals that are 18m tall or have at least 7 storeys will be subject to the new regime.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Equitable doctrines insofar as informal agreements or assurances may be reached upon for matters dealing with property ownership and the expectations that ensue post any such agreement.

What is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirement for rental properties in the UK?

Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

Are agents obliged to offer a digital solution?

What defence can a developer offer in respect of new developer claims now limitation periods have been extended?

Which liabilities could a Building Liability Order be applied to?

What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Why are the big names in the UK's property industry calling for clarity on EPC regulations?

What makes Manchester NQ such an attraction for the younger generation?

What do tenancy inventory reporting software systems do?

Are there good commutation facilities in Coventry?

What is the BBRS Contemporary Scheme?

What is service charge?

Why did RAAC concrete cause UK government to order the immediate closure of hundreds of school buildings?

What is the UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

Is freehold property good to buy?

How does the Bill address tenants' rights to keep pets in rented properties?

What are the trading standards requirements for technology on words used for property listings?

What is the last date for registering information on overseas entities owning UK properties with Companies House?

Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

What is RAAC concrete and why is it causing concern in the UK?

How does the new mortgage charter benefit borrowers?

What should a landlord do if they cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves?

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

How does the Energy Company Obligation scheme 'ECO4' scheme help the UK households?

Which types of buildings will fall under the higher risk regime?

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

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

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