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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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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 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 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 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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How much can council tax premiums be increased, and when will this change occur?

Local authorities in Wales have had the authority to impose council tax premiums of up to 100 percent since April 2017. From April 2023, this maximum premium will increase to 300 percent, indicating a more substantial financial incentive for property owners to take a...

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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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Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

It is always best practice to issue a new Section 20 notice, time tends to lead to a building dilapidating further and new works being required. At the very least you should reissue the notice of intention with a letter of explanation.

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What are BTR properties?

BTR or Build-to-Rent properties are residential properties purpose-built for rental purposes. They are designed with the needs of renters in mind and offer high-quality amenities and services. Build to Rent (BTR), a growing segment of the UK residential sector and i...

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What is the approximate cost to upgrade a property with an existing rating of D to EPC band B or C?

The cost of upgrading a property with an EPC rating of D to C could be as much as 6,000

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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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What are the key transformations that building biology will bring to future homes?

Building biology will revolutionise home design by creating healthier living spaces, embracing sustainable construction practices, incorporating green spaces and biophilic design, fostering community connections, and integrating advanced technologies for energy effic...

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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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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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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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Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

Rita Akorita v Marina Heights Limited [2017] UKUT 255 (LC)SummaryThe case of Rita Akorita v Marina Heights Limited [2017] UKUT 255 entails a dispute between a lessee, Rita Akorita, and a freeholder, Marina Heights Limited, on service charges. The Upper Tribunal took ...

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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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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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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 are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

Failure to sign the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' can lead to the developers being banned from commencing or completing developments in England. Developers who choose not to join or are expelled from the associated Responsible Actors Scheme (RAS) will be liste...

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Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

Rising mortgage rates are affecting the capability of people to buy a home even as property prices are falling steadily.

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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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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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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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What is the purpose of the 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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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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Can leaseholders change property management company?

This depends on how the lease is originally structured from inception i.e. when the flats were initially built by the developer or Freeholder (or both). Normally the developer will have a preferred managing agent they work with during the build process to set service...

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Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

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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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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 our customers are asking:

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

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

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 changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

How much can council tax premiums be increased, and when will this change occur?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

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

Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

What are BTR properties?

What is the approximate cost to upgrade a property with an existing rating of D to EPC band B or C?

The cost of upgrading a property with an EPC rating of D to C could be as much as 6,000

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

What are the key transformations that building biology will bring to future homes?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

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.

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.

Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

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.

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?

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 are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

Rising mortgage rates are affecting the capability of people to buy a home even as property prices are falling steadily.

What are the housing options available in Salford?

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

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.

What is the purpose of the RICS?

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?

Can leaseholders change property management company?

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

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.

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

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

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

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

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

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 changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

How much can council tax premiums be increased, and when will this change occur?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

What are BTR properties?

What is the approximate cost to upgrade a property with an existing rating of D to EPC band B or C?

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

What are the key transformations that building biology will bring to future homes?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

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.

What is service charge?

Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

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

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?

Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

What are the housing options available in Salford?

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

What is the purpose of the RICS?

Can leaseholders change property management company?

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

How does this policy work with companies based overseas?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

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