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What was the limitation period of the Defective Premises Act 1972 before the Building Safety Act 2022?

Prior to the Building Safety Act 2022, the Defective Premises Act 1972 required claims to be brought within 6 years. The Building Safety Act which received Royal Assent on the 28th April 2022 has now completed all the parliamentary stages in both Houses to become an...

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Who can be a director of a newly formed RTM company?

It is legally possible for the RTM to have one single director, but it's more common and effective for there to be between three and five directors, depending on the size of the block.

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What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

By 2030, all privately rented properties in England and Wales must meet an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of Band C. This applies to private and social housing as part of the government's effort to improve energy efficiency.

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I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Only owners who are Members of the Company or Shareholders are invited. You may not have filled in an application to become a member of the RTM or RMC or not have bought a share in the Freehold.

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Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

The FTSE4Good Index Series is a group of indices that measure the performance of companies that meet certain environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. The FTSE4Good ESG Ratings are a set of scores that assess the level of ESG risk of companies included in...

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What is LVC or Land Value Capture?

Land value capture (LVC) involves capturing the increase in land value caused by public investment, planning decisions, or other factors and using this enhanced value to fund public infrastructure, affordable housing, or other community benefits.

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How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

The case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] is an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care.In this instance, a young girl named Poppy was placed in foster care under Sheffie...

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How does this policy work with companies based overseas?

The court may choose to apply a Building Liability Order to a company based overseas if it is an associated company, which would be enforced in the normal manner.

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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 are social values in the context of ESG?

In the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing, social values refer to the values and principles that guide a company's relationships with its stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which it operates. ...

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How long does a measured survey take, and what factors can influence the duration?

The duration of a measured survey can vary depending on the size, complexity, and accessibility of the building or site. A basic survey for a small property may take a few hours, while larger or more intricate structures could take several days.

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When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 came into force on August 1, 2022, after receiving Royal Assent.

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How does CDP climate change scores rating or accreditation system work?

CDP (formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project) operates a climate change rating and accreditation system that assesses companies' efforts and performance in managing climate-related risks and opportunities. CDP's scoring methodology considers various factors a...

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What are the eligibility criteria for the right to buy?

The person who wants to exercise the right to buy should be a public sector tenant for three years.

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What is ground rent?

As a legal term, ground rent specifically refers to regular payments made by a holder of a leasehold property to the freeholder or a superior leaseholder, as required under a lease. As a lease is 'demised' to the leasehold owner for a term of years, rather than owne...

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How courts will hear disputes on wills and the strict test which a claim will require to be evidenced to prove or disprove undue influence and a lack of testamentary?

Poll v. Bartholomew [2006] EWHCSummaryThe case of Poll v. Bartholomew [2006] EWHC relates a claim on the issue as to whether a will was validly executed, together with testamentary capacity and the effects of undue influence. The decision of the High Court sets a wid...

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How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

The prices of solar panels have dropped by over 88 percent since 2010. For a typical terraced house the installation cost is circa 10,000 and most likely would produce at least 50 percent of the energy required.

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Are some buildings exempt from the appointment of a property manager?

Yes, some buildings may be exempt from the appointment of a property manager depending on various factors such as the size of the building, the number of units, and local regulations. The specific requirements for appointing a property manager can vary depending on t...

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Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

Ashers Africana serves authentic and vegetarian Gujarati food in the Wembley Park area.

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What is the difference between Right to Manage and a Court appointed property manager?

The Right to Manage (RTM) and a Court-appointed property manager are two distinct mechanisms for managing a property, and they have some key differences:- Right to Manage (RTM): RTM is a legal right granted to leaseholders that allows them to take over the managem...

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What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

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We have a number of electric heaters in the common areas. The directors mindful of the costs of running such heaters wish to keep the heat level down. However some owners, and more often or not tenants wish the temperature to be higher. Has anyone had any experience of this and can recommend a minimum temperature.

the answer is it would be unlikely that the lease requires there to be heaters int he common parts 99% of blocks do not have heaters in the common parts if one were to choose what temperature they should be at I would suggest adopt the usual temperature level recomme...

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Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

Some current hot spots for living in Manchester are Levenshulme, Chorlton, Deansgate, Salford Quays, and Castlefield, among others.

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What do they look for in a building survey?

"With a building survey the customer gets the opportunity to increase the scope, for example: to report on loading and rearrangement of the property for conversion or extension. In general, the report includes details on:Major and minor defects and their meaning,Damp...

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Can you stop time on a building developer defect claim?

In short yes. Where the Buildng Safety Act extended 15 or 30 year limitation periods (effectively inserted into the Defective Premises Act 1972 and the Section 38 Building Act 1984) are near their end, residents, building owners and their advisors should seek to ent...

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How does the Building Safety Act impact residents and homeowners?

The Building Safety Act establishes mechanisms for reporting safety concerns, strengthens the regulatory framework, and improves the transparency of building safety information.

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An important decision needs to be voted on. Do we have to wait for the next AGM?

No. The Board or 5% of the Shareholders can call an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).

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Which is the free running track in London?

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

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How to reach Wembley Park?

Wembley is easily accessible by London Underground, London Midland, Southern Lines, and London Overground, connecting London to three main stations, Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium, and Wembley Central.

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How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

The case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] is an important decision in UK caselaw that explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies.Mrs. Williams, a Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association tenant, ...

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What our customers are asking:

What was the limitation period of the Defective Premises Act 1972 before the Building Safety Act 2022?

Who can be a director of a newly formed RTM company?

It is legally possible for the RTM to have one single director, but it's more common and effective for there to be between three and five directors, depending on the size of the block.

What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Only owners who are Members of the Company or Shareholders are invited. You may not have filled in an application to become a member of the RTM or RMC or not have bought a share in the Freehold.

Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

What is LVC or Land Value Capture?

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

How does this policy work with companies based overseas?

The court may choose to apply a Building Liability Order to a company based overseas if it is an associated company, which would be enforced in the normal manner.

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 are social values in the context of ESG?

How long does a measured survey take, and what factors can influence the duration?

When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 came into force on August 1, 2022, after receiving Royal Assent.

How does CDP climate change scores rating or accreditation system work?

What are the eligibility criteria for the right to buy?

The person who wants to exercise the right to buy should be a public sector tenant for three years.

What is ground rent?

How courts will hear disputes on wills and the strict test which a claim will require to be evidenced to prove or disprove undue influence and a lack of testamentary?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

Are some buildings exempt from the appointment of a property manager?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

Ashers Africana serves authentic and vegetarian Gujarati food in the Wembley Park area.

What is the difference between Right to Manage and a Court appointed property manager?

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

We have a number of electric heaters in the common areas. The directors mindful of the costs of running such heaters wish to keep the heat level down. However some owners, and more often or not tenants wish the temperature to be higher. Has anyone had any experience of this and can recommend a minimum temperature.

Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

Some current hot spots for living in Manchester are Levenshulme, Chorlton, Deansgate, Salford Quays, and Castlefield, among others.

What do they look for in a building survey?

Can you stop time on a building developer defect claim?

How does the Building Safety Act impact residents and homeowners?

The Building Safety Act establishes mechanisms for reporting safety concerns, strengthens the regulatory framework, and improves the transparency of building safety information.

An important decision needs to be voted on. Do we have to wait for the next AGM?

No. The Board or 5% of the Shareholders can call an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).

Which is the free running track in London?

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

How to reach Wembley Park?

How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What was the limitation period of the Defective Premises Act 1972 before the Building Safety Act 2022?

Who can be a director of a newly formed RTM company?

What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

What is LVC or Land Value Capture?

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

How does this policy work with companies based overseas?

How are HRBs defined during the design and construction phase?

What are social values in the context of ESG?

How long does a measured survey take, and what factors can influence the duration?

When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?

How does CDP climate change scores rating or accreditation system work?

What are the eligibility criteria for the right to buy?

What is ground rent?

How courts will hear disputes on wills and the strict test which a claim will require to be evidenced to prove or disprove undue influence and a lack of testamentary?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

Are some buildings exempt from the appointment of a property manager?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

What is the difference between Right to Manage and a Court appointed property manager?

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

What do they look for in a building survey?

Can you stop time on a building developer defect claim?

How does the Building Safety Act impact residents and homeowners?

An important decision needs to be voted on. Do we have to wait for the next AGM?

Which is the free running track in London?

How to reach Wembley Park?

How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

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