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How are HRBs defined during the design and construction phase?

The definition of HRBs during design and construction: Buildings of at least 18m or 7 storeys, including 2+ residential units, care homes, or hospitals. It excludes certain building types.

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What is the How To Rent guide?

The How To Rent guide is for people renting a home privately under an assured short-hold tenancy, either directly from a landlord or through a letting agency. It advises all tenants on the latest developments in the rental process in the country. It also educates the...

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What is the aim of Land Value Capture 'LVC'?

Land Value Capture or LVC must ensure that the benefits of public investment and planning decisions are shared more fairly across society.

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My garage roof and sidewall have now big gaps in it, everything is ruined in my garage, this could have been caused by the erection of a new Morrison Building next door, have asked the Management Company and they have said its not down to them and no.

Depending on how close to you the morrisons building was you might have been supposed to be protected by the party wall act procedures. I'd start by sending photos and threat to Morrisons. Yes you could get the buildings insurance involved, but probably to be covered...

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What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

The responsibilities of an absent freeholder can vary depending on the specific circumstances, lease agreements, and local laws. However, some general responsibilities that an absent freeholder may have include:- Collecting Ground Rent: The freeholder is typically...

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What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

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Why did Newham Council initiate legal proceedings against Chaplair Ltd?

The legal action was taken under the Housing Act 2004 after Chaplair Ltd did not comply with an improvement notice, failing to remove hazardous cladding from its Lumiere building within the specified deadline.

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What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

Building Biology signifies a comprehensive strategy for designing and shaping environments in construction with a holistic viewpoint, highlighting the health of inhabitants and promoting sustainable structures.

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Why are there two agendas?

If you have received two agendas, one is for the AGM and the other for the Informal Residents Meeting. Strictly speaking, the AGM is just for company business (the statutory accounts, appointments and resignations etc). The Informal Residents Meeting is where matters...

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Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

Morshead Mansions Ltd v Leon di Marco [2014] EWCA Civ 96SummaryAnother very important case related to the fights for enforcement of lease covenants and application of equitable principles under property law is Morshead Mansions Ltd v Leon di Marco [2014] EWCA Civ 96....

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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 Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

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How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

Properties available to rent plunged by 49 percent between March 2019 and March 2022. 53 percent of buy-to-let properties were permanently removed from the private rental market.

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The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

You do have a say, any demand over 250 for any 1 service charge payer must be subject to statutory section 20 consultation (up to 3 notices of 30 days each) the notices are 'statutory consultation' and you have 30 days to make observations, all such observations MUST...

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How do you conduct an asset valuation?

The company needs to look at its balance sheet and identify tangible and intangible assets.From the total assets, deduct the total value of the intangible assets.From what is left, deduct the total value of the liabilities.

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Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

The Three Parks, Brent River Park, and Harrow to Stanmore routes are popular among cyclists.

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What exactly is a party wall?

t forms part of a building and stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners orIt separates buildings and it either stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners.

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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 long does a homebuyer survey take?

The inspection, which will be carried out by a Chartered Surveyor lasts between 2-4 hours. Whilst on site the Chartered Surveyor will inspect all structural elements of the building from the roof to the drains.* Whilst the Surveyor will not be able to open up conceal...

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What is Coliving?

It is a mathematical certainty that Coliving will be a success and major part of future UK housing stock. For some entry level Apartments are the only opportunity to try to hit the goal of not spending more than 35-40% of income on housing expenses.

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What is Ringley’s Techstack ?

Ringley's techstack is the result of 20 years experience of managing residential real estate and covers everything from transactional leaseup, to the community experience, management of revenue and plant compliance.Technology is no longer an add-on but a lifecycle di...

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This case brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major works under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.

Daejan Investments Limited (Appellant) v Benson and Others [2013] UKSC 14SummaryThis case of Daejan Investments Limited, Appellant v Benson and others [2013] UKSC 14 brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major wo...

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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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What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

Environmental strategies within the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) refer to the actions that companies take to address environmental risks and opportunities, and to promote sustainability and responsible resource use. These strategies can incl...

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What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

Roof Development (Hannon v 169 Queen's Gate Limited)SummaryThis is an application relating to a proposed refurbishment development across the roof of a premises by 169 Queen's Gate Limited, the Freeholder, and an affected Mr. Hannon, who is a leaseholder. This applic...

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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 is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

Net Zero emissions is a global goal that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with their removal from the atmosphere, effectively resulting in no net increase of these gases.

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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 real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

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Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

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What our customers are asking:

How are HRBs defined during the design and construction phase?

The definition of HRBs during design and construction: Buildings of at least 18m or 7 storeys, including 2+ residential units, care homes, or hospitals. It excludes certain building types.

What is the How To Rent guide?

What is the aim of Land Value Capture 'LVC'?

Land Value Capture or LVC must ensure that the benefits of public investment and planning decisions are shared more fairly across society.

My garage roof and sidewall have now big gaps in it, everything is ruined in my garage, this could have been caused by the erection of a new Morrison Building next door, have asked the Management Company and they have said its not down to them and no.

What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

Why did Newham Council initiate legal proceedings against Chaplair Ltd?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

Why are there two agendas?

Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

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 Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

Properties available to rent plunged by 49 percent between March 2019 and March 2022. 53 percent of buy-to-let properties were permanently removed from the private rental market.

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

How do you conduct an asset valuation?

Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

The Three Parks, Brent River Park, and Harrow to Stanmore routes are popular among cyclists.

What exactly is a party wall?

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 long does a homebuyer survey take?

What is Coliving?

What is Ringley’s Techstack ?

This case brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major works under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.

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

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

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

What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

Net Zero emissions is a global goal that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with their removal from the atmosphere, effectively resulting in no net increase of these gases.

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

What is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How are HRBs defined during the design and construction phase?

What is the How To Rent guide?

What is the aim of Land Value Capture 'LVC'?

My garage roof and sidewall have now big gaps in it, everything is ruined in my garage, this could have been caused by the erection of a new Morrison Building next door, have asked the Management Company and they have said its not down to them and no.

What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

Why did Newham Council initiate legal proceedings against Chaplair Ltd?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

Why are there two agendas?

Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

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 Notice to Quit?

How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

How do you conduct an asset valuation?

Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

What exactly is a party wall?

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 long does a homebuyer survey take?

What is Coliving?

What is Ringley’s Techstack ?

This case brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major works under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.

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

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

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

What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

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

What is the real living wage in London?

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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