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Which was the UK's most serious residential fire since the Second World War?

The Grenfell Tower fire was the most devastating fire after the Second World War in the UK, killing 72 people. Other notable fires that have influenced the direction of travel when it comes to building safety are

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Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

Wembley Park is the perfect destination to live in because it promises multiple transport links connecting with Central London, several activities, shopping destinations, restaurants, and a thriving social scene.

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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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How did the Chancellor address the issue of falling tax revenues and potential budget deficit?

The Chancellor's NIC cut is estimated to reduce tax revenues by 10.5 billion annually. Future tax increases resulting from freezing income tax thresholds are planned to offset this.

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What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Moderate-intensity exercise for a minimum of two hours per week, quitting smoking, addressing workplace issues, and avoiding long hours of sitting are a few lifestyle changes to mitigate fatigue.

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What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Termination of contact is the policy to deal with unreasonably persistent and rude persons.

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What is the ideal time for jogging in the UK?

Early evening is a suitable time for jogging because the body has optimum energy stores, core temperature, and alertness.

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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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When will the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill become law?

Probably be 2023 as it is already moving fast through the UK parliament.

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What is Strategic marketing ?

Strategic marketing is about finding the developments' uniqueness, branding the staff and curating the onsite experience. Engage with the local community, connects a development sub-site to your corporate website study the demand demographic.

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What measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

The government has proposed implementing differential levy rates based on local house prices and offering exemptions for smaller-scale developments. However, questions remain about the effectiveness of these measures in alleviating the financial burden on developers ...

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What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

Post war UK house price inflation has been generous to the baby boomers; many have released equity to support children into home ownership and are willing to re-distribute housing equity to the next generation and cash flow their retirement.Divesting equity and a sup...

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What are the concerns raised by experts regarding the new service?

Some experts have expressed concerns about potential unintended consequences leading to larger backlogs in the legal system. They suggest balancing protecting tenants' rights and ensuring legitimate cases do not experience unnecessary delays.

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What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

The UK Building Safety Act 2022 is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures during the construction process for high-rise residential buildings and retroactiv...

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What is an ownership register?

An ownership register is the legal register of who currently owns the lease at a certain point in time. A lease will always set out the original parties when it was first created, thereafter the lease is (assigned) to each subsequent purchaser. It is the registration...

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We are contemplating buying the Freehold as we have received a Section 5 Notice offering us the 1st right of refusal else the Freeholder has nominated another buyer. My questions are: 1) assuming all parties were interested in purchasing their share what would we each end up having to pay? 2) Would all the shares be equal?

The answer to question 1 is A - that would be up to you as shareholders in the new freehold owning company to decide, some choose 1/9th, some choose to do it by relationship to flat sizes or flat values, in valuation terms it is normal for valuers to add a notional 1...

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How does Coliving align with the ESG system ?

ESG - 'E' Environmental:Coliving is also a means of sustainable living, as it pools the use of carbon generating utilities such as heating, energy and water. With new build comes the opportunity low impact heating such as ground source heat pumps and the smaller wel...

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Who is eligible for the BBRS Historical Scheme?

Businesses with banking complaints registered from December 1, 2001, to 31 March 2019 can qualify for the scheme.

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When did Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announce the 2022 Autumn Budget?

Jeremy Hunt presented the Autumn Budget on Thursday, 17th November 2022.

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What should be included in a fire door inspection?

A comprehensive fire door inspection should include checks for various aspects, such as ensuring the doors are properly installed, have appropriate signage, function correctly, and have intact fire-resistant seals. Inspectors should also verify the condition of hinge...

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I have heard that there could be alternatives to having hatches fitted. Is this true?

Visual examination checks by engineers via inspection hatches is currently the preferred method recommended by the industry guidance that explains how to judge that a flue is working safely and effectively. However, where inspection hatches are not practicable indust...

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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 are vital aspects of the law of the landlord and tenant?

Iperion Investments Corp. V Broadwalk House Residents Ltd [1995] 2 EGLR 47SummaryIperion Investments Corp. v Broadwalk House Residents Ltd [1995] 2 EGLR 47 was a dispute involving rights of management and service charge as executed in a residential lease. The details...

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Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

Despite calls from environmental groups and energy management experts, the UK government did little to invest in insulation for over a decade. UK homes are among the most poorly insulated compared to other European countries. Inaction by successive governments has le...

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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 can the agents and landlords do to help tenants during the energy crisis?

Agents and landlords must identify the most vulnerable tenants on their properties and proactively take steps to ensure they are adequately protected when the winter sets in. Tenants should ask their landlords to review and enhance insulation or to supply window film...

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What is suburban BTR?

Suburban BTR depicts family homes, located outside urban areas, which despite being individual units, maintain a strong sense of community.

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What are obligations of landlords under Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which stipulates that leaseholders must be consulted for major works or long-term agreements?

BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing: Section 20 ConsultationSummaryThe case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing is about obligations of landlords under Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which stipulates that leaseholders must be consulted for m...

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Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

No.Only when a service charge payer would have to contribute £250 or more.

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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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What our customers are asking:

Which was the UK's most serious residential fire since the Second World War?

Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

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.

How did the Chancellor address the issue of falling tax revenues and potential budget deficit?

The Chancellor's NIC cut is estimated to reduce tax revenues by 10.5 billion annually. Future tax increases resulting from freezing income tax thresholds are planned to offset this.

What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Moderate-intensity exercise for a minimum of two hours per week, quitting smoking, addressing workplace issues, and avoiding long hours of sitting are a few lifestyle changes to mitigate fatigue.

What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Termination of contact is the policy to deal with unreasonably persistent and rude persons.

What is the ideal time for jogging in the UK?

Early evening is a suitable time for jogging because the body has optimum energy stores, core temperature, and alertness.

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.

When will the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill become law?

Probably be 2023 as it is already moving fast through the UK parliament.

What is Strategic marketing ?

What measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

What are the concerns raised by experts regarding the new service?

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

What is an ownership register?

We are contemplating buying the Freehold as we have received a Section 5 Notice offering us the 1st right of refusal else the Freeholder has nominated another buyer. My questions are: 1) assuming all parties were interested in purchasing their share what would we each end up having to pay? 2) Would all the shares be equal?

How does Coliving align with the ESG system ?

Who is eligible for the BBRS Historical Scheme?

Businesses with banking complaints registered from December 1, 2001, to 31 March 2019 can qualify for the scheme.

When did Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announce the 2022 Autumn Budget?

Jeremy Hunt presented the Autumn Budget on Thursday, 17th November 2022.

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

I have heard that there could be alternatives to having hatches fitted. Is this true?

Which liabilities could a Building Liability Order be applied to?

What are vital aspects of the law of the landlord and tenant?

Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

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 can the agents and landlords do to help tenants during the energy crisis?

What is suburban BTR?

Suburban BTR depicts family homes, located outside urban areas, which despite being individual units, maintain a strong sense of community.

What are obligations of landlords under Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which stipulates that leaseholders must be consulted for major works or long-term agreements?

Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

No.Only when a service charge payer would have to contribute £250 or more.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Which was the UK's most serious residential fire since the Second World War?

Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

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

How did the Chancellor address the issue of falling tax revenues and potential budget deficit?

What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

What is the ideal time for jogging in the UK?

Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

When will the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill become law?

What is Strategic marketing ?

What measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

What are the concerns raised by experts regarding the new service?

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

What is an ownership register?

How does Coliving align with the ESG system ?

Who is eligible for the BBRS Historical Scheme?

When did Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announce the 2022 Autumn Budget?

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

I have heard that there could be alternatives to having hatches fitted. Is this true?

Which liabilities could a Building Liability Order be applied to?

What are vital aspects of the law of the landlord and tenant?

Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

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 can the agents and landlords do to help tenants during the energy crisis?

What is suburban BTR?

What are obligations of landlords under Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which stipulates that leaseholders must be consulted for major works or long-term agreements?

Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

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