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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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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 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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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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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.

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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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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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What is the best time and the worst to buy a house?

Spring is regarded as the best time as more homes are available for sale. August and December tend to be the worst.

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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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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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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 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 Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

In 2025 The 2030 agenda for sustainable development was adopted by all United Nations member states. Recognised globally, it provides a shared blueprint and at its heart are 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries...

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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 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 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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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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The future Management of your block after RTM

On the Acquisition Date of your RTM Company, all existing management contracts end automatically unless otherwise agreed upon by the RTM Company in advance. Therefore, a prospective and vetted managing agent is ready BEFORE the Acquisition Date. The RTM Company will ...

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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

In 2023 as a proposal to curb overseas buyers and give fist time buyers a better chance of getting on the housing ladder, the labour party wants agents to be banned from selling new homes to anyone who has previously owned a home. The proposal has met widespread crit...

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Where can you cowork in Camden?

Camden is the Borough, Camden Town is its canalside trendy hub. Ringley's Camden Gateway coworking and serviced offices at at the nothern gateway into.Camden Town. Thats why we called it Camden Gateway. Camden Gateway offers startup offices and suites from 1 to 1...

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A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

Mullaney v. Maybourne Grange (Croydon) Management Co [1986] 1 E.G.L.R.70 SummarySummaryThe case of Mullaney v Maybourne Grange (Croydon) Management Co. [1986] 1 E.G.L.R. 70 is argued over a complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges bein...

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Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

Although social landlords are encouraged to improve energy efficiency, the 2030 EPC C target has not been mandated yet for social landlords. That said, both the Conservative government and now the Labour government have set aside money via the Social Housing Decarbo...

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What our customers are asking:

What exactly is a party wall?

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 Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

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

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

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.

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

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.

What is the best time and the worst to buy a house?

Spring is regarded as the best time as more homes are available for sale. August and December tend to be the worst.

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).

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.

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 is an annual general meeting?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

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

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 are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

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

The future Management of your block after RTM

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

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

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 do they look for in a building survey?

What is a Notice to Quit?

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

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What exactly is a party wall?

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

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

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

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

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.

What is the best time and the worst to buy a house?

What is the real living wage in London?

How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

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 is an annual general meeting?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

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

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 are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

The future Management of your block after RTM

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

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

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 do they look for in a building survey?

What is a Notice to Quit?

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

Can leaseholders change property management company?

Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

Where can you cowork in Camden?

A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

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