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What is the relevant building according to the Building Safety Act 2022?

A relevant building is a building of a minimum height of 11 meters or five storeys.

What is the objective of the Building Safety Act 2022?

The Building Safety Act 2022 aims to regulate and fix the responsibility to bear the cost of repairs for the remediation of building safety issues.

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What is an annual general meeting?

An annual general meeting AGM is a meeting that is required by the Companies Acts to present the accounts to the shareholders of the business, approve accounts, elect/re-elect directors, appoint and set the remuneration of the auditors. An AGM must be held within 15 ...

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What is a special resolution?

A Special resolution would be required for any change to the Company Memorandum and Articles of Association. Such motions must be passed by a 75% majority.

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What is the role of the Building Safety Regulator?

The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) supervises all buildings' safety and performance systems. They enforce regulations, advice on building standards and safety risks, promote increased competence in the industry, and ensure the implementation of the regulatory regime...

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What are the factors or scoring criteria in GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark)?

GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark) evaluates the sustainability performance of real estate portfolios and assets based on a range of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The scoring criteria for GRESB is broken down into two main comp...

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What are the responsibilities for maintenance and repair works of tenants?

18 St Clairs, Croydon, Decided 17th MarchSummaryThe decision of 18 St Clairs, Croydon, determined on 17th March 2008 is a case that entails a landlord's fight with the Tenant for the performance of lease terms but most necessary with regards to responsibilities for m...

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What is the heat pump grant?

The heat pump grant is a financial incentive the UK government provides to encourage the adoption of heat pumps for home heating. Families can receive grants of up to 7,500 off installation costs.

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Where is the proper positioning of the boundary line between the properties?

Corker v Wilson (2006)SummaryThe case Corker v Wilson (2006) is a case of property dispute that is actually centred on the problem of boundary that separate two neighbouring properties. That is the problem that has raised most. The proper positioning of the boundary ...

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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 a coworking space?

A coworking space is a designated workspace where individuals from different professions or organizations work together in a shared environment.

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why does the case of Beazer Investments Ltd v Brown issue of misrepresentation and its consequences in contract law

The case of Beazer Investments Ltd v Brown is a notable legal case that deals with the issue of misrepresentation and its consequences in contract law.In this case, Beazer Investments Ltd (the claimant) entered into a contract with Mr. Brown (the defendant) for the s...

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What is the UK Rent-A-Room tax exemption, and who qualifies for it?

Individuals earning less than 7,500 from renting a furnished room automatically qualify. This exemption means charging 625 per month for a room or 144 per week.

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How many leaseholders can form an RTM company?

At least two eligible leaseholders one of whom needs to stand as a director can form an RTM company.

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How often should fire doors be inspected?

In the case of buildings over eleven meters in height, the responsible person is required to check fire doors at the entrances of individual domestic premises at least once every twelve months. Fire doors in communal areas of the building should be checked every thre...

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What are the housing options available in Salford?

Salford offers many housing options, including apartments, terraced houses, semi-detached houses, and larger family homes. Rental and purchase options are available across various neighborhoods in the city.

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Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

No, only those on housing benefits will be affected by the Local Housing Allowance rent frees and only those in the social rented homes sector will be affected by the seven percent rent cap - both announced in Jeremy Hunts Autumn 2022 announcement.

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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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My balcony wall has crumbled away and part fallen down, its been 3 months now and they haven done anything about it, is this something I can claim of my Buildings insurance for ? not likely, sounds like due to disrepair.

In theory you should be threatening the management company with action for breach of covenant and getting them to make the repairs. Best to check your lease 1st to see if it is the freeholder's or management companies responsibility to do the repairs, or whether your...

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What is the Red Book RICS?

RICS – The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) represents the property profession in 146 countries, and regulates its ‘Chartered’ members. All valuations are subject to the RICS International Valuation Standards otherwise known as the ‘Red Book’.

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Are Court Appointed Managers compensated for their services?

Yes, Court Appointed Managers are typically compensated for their services. The compensation arrangements for Court Appointed Managers can vary depending on the specific circumstances, the jurisdiction, and the court's order appointing them. Generally, there are thre...

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What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold property?

The main difference between a freehold and a leasehold property lies in the ownership rights and duration of ownership:- Freehold Property: When you own a freehold property, you have complete ownership of both the building and the land it stands on. You hold the p...

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What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

In the budget of October 2022, the UK government announced that capital gains tax allowance is being reduced by 50 percent. They apply to profits made from selling or disposing of an asset like a buy-to-let property or other asset of value.

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What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

This is a simply a register of who is control of the company i.e. the directors and should reflect the records held at Companies House as any appointments or resignations have to be referred to them by completing them a 288A form.

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The case of The London Borough of Hounslow v Waaler [2017] EWCA Civ 45 involves an issue of considerable debate within residential leases over whether charges, particularly in relation to major works, imposed on leaseholders by local authorities are reasonable and proportionate to sums that may be recoverable from the leaseholders.

The London Borough of Hounslow v Waaler [2017] EWCA Civ 45SummaryThe case of The London Borough of Hounslow v Waaler [2017] EWCA Civ 45 involves an issue of considerable debate within residential leases over whether charges, particularly in relation to major works, i...

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A dispute between Cos Services Limited and leases Mr Nicholson and Ms Willans with respect to service charges demanded by Cos Services Limited under the lease agreement and whether those service charges were reasonable, and secondly, questions arising under the lease.

The Upper Tribunal case was a reference about, first of all, a dispute between Cos Services Limited and leases Mr Nicholson and Ms Willans with respect to service charges demanded by Cos Services Limited under the lease agreement and whether those service charges we...

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What is an absent freeholder?

An absent freeholder refers to a situation where the legal owner or landlord of a property is not actively involved or available in the management or maintenance of the property. The absent freeholder may be physically absent, unresponsive to communication, or not ac...

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The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

Mrs. Adrienne Joan Ralphs -vs- Mr. Henry Charles PeacheySummaryThe following is a case on the enforcement of property agreement and property rights and interests. The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitran...

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How many types of property taxes are levied in the UK?

In the case of the UK, several different property taxes are levied, including council tax, stamp duty land tax (SDLT), and capital gains tax (CGT) on property sales.

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why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd is a notable legal case that deals with the interpretation and enforcement of a contract for the sale of land and the consequences of a breach of contract.In this case, BDW Trading Ltd (the claimant) and South An...

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What our customers are asking:

What is the relevant building according to the Building Safety Act 2022?

A relevant building is a building of a minimum height of 11 meters or five storeys.

What is the objective of the Building Safety Act 2022?

The Building Safety Act 2022 aims to regulate and fix the responsibility to bear the cost of repairs for the remediation of building safety issues.

What is an annual general meeting?

What is a special resolution?

A Special resolution would be required for any change to the Company Memorandum and Articles of Association. Such motions must be passed by a 75% majority.

What is the role of the Building Safety Regulator?

What are the factors or scoring criteria in GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark)?

What are the responsibilities for maintenance and repair works of tenants?

What is the heat pump grant?

The heat pump grant is a financial incentive the UK government provides to encourage the adoption of heat pumps for home heating. Families can receive grants of up to 7,500 off installation costs.

Where is the proper positioning of the boundary line between the properties?

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

What is a coworking space?

A coworking space is a designated workspace where individuals from different professions or organizations work together in a shared environment.

why does the case of Beazer Investments Ltd v Brown issue of misrepresentation and its consequences in contract law

What is the UK Rent-A-Room tax exemption, and who qualifies for it?

Individuals earning less than 7,500 from renting a furnished room automatically qualify. This exemption means charging 625 per month for a room or 144 per week.

How many leaseholders can form an RTM company?

At least two eligible leaseholders one of whom needs to stand as a director can form an RTM company.

How often should fire doors be inspected?

What are the housing options available in Salford?

Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

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

My balcony wall has crumbled away and part fallen down, its been 3 months now and they haven done anything about it, is this something I can claim of my Buildings insurance for ? not likely, sounds like due to disrepair.

What is the Red Book RICS?

Are Court Appointed Managers compensated for their services?

What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold property?

What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

The case of The London Borough of Hounslow v Waaler [2017] EWCA Civ 45 involves an issue of considerable debate within residential leases over whether charges, particularly in relation to major works, imposed on leaseholders by local authorities are reasonable and proportionate to sums that may be recoverable from the leaseholders.

A dispute between Cos Services Limited and leases Mr Nicholson and Ms Willans with respect to service charges demanded by Cos Services Limited under the lease agreement and whether those service charges were reasonable, and secondly, questions arising under the lease.

What is an absent freeholder?

The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

How many types of property taxes are levied in the UK?

In the case of the UK, several different property taxes are levied, including council tax, stamp duty land tax (SDLT), and capital gains tax (CGT) on property sales.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is the relevant building according to the Building Safety Act 2022?

What is the objective of the Building Safety Act 2022?

What is an annual general meeting?

What is a special resolution?

What is the role of the Building Safety Regulator?

What are the factors or scoring criteria in GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark)?

What are the responsibilities for maintenance and repair works of tenants?

What is the heat pump grant?

Where is the proper positioning of the boundary line between the properties?

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

What is a coworking space?

why does the case of Beazer Investments Ltd v Brown issue of misrepresentation and its consequences in contract law

What is the UK Rent-A-Room tax exemption, and who qualifies for it?

How many leaseholders can form an RTM company?

How often should fire doors be inspected?

What are the housing options available in Salford?

Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

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

My balcony wall has crumbled away and part fallen down, its been 3 months now and they haven done anything about it, is this something I can claim of my Buildings insurance for ? not likely, sounds like due to disrepair.

What is the Red Book RICS?

Are Court Appointed Managers compensated for their services?

What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold property?

What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

A dispute between Cos Services Limited and leases Mr Nicholson and Ms Willans with respect to service charges demanded by Cos Services Limited under the lease agreement and whether those service charges were reasonable, and secondly, questions arising under the lease.

What is an absent freeholder?

The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

How many types of property taxes are levied in the UK?

why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

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