Real Estate

The Renters (Reform) Bill - Will this Affect You?

Tuesday, 27 June 2023

The Renters (Reform) Bill had its first reading in the House of Commons on Wednesday 17 May. Its aim is to improve the short-term rental market by increasing regulation and imposing additional restrictions on private landlords.

The Renters (Reform) Bill - Will this Affect You?

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Sharing Space with a Non-Charitable Trading Subsidiary - Now That's a Relief!

Thursday, 08 June 2023

Many charities claim business rates relief in respect of property they occupy. Depending upon the rateable value of the property in question this can represent a significant saving for the charity each year.

Sharing Space with a Non-Charitable Trading Subsidiary - Now That's a Relief!

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Rent Deposit Deeds - On Charge or On Trust?

Wednesday, 12 April 2023

Rent deposits are a type of security taken by landlords to protect against the risk of a tenant failing to pay rent or breaching other covenants in a lease. The two most common ways in which rent deposits can be held are by a charge or a trust.

Rent Deposit Deeds - On Charge or On Trust?

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Permitted Development - Issues for Developers

Wednesday, 12 April 2023

Permitted Development rights allow certain development to be carried out without the need to navigate the full planning process. Nevertheless, there may still be hurdles to overcome.

Permitted Development - Issues for Developers

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The End of No Fault Eviction Notices

Wednesday, 12 April 2023

The new Renters' Reform Bill if brought into legislation in its current form, will change the residential rental market. Section 21 Notices are set to be abolished. This will impact tenant security and landlords' investments in the property market.

Energy Efficiency Requirements - Countdown to Changes Affecting the Leasing of Property

Monday, 20 March 2023

Granting leases of school property to third parties is commonplace for academies. They are often fundamental to the management of an estate (such as nurseries and sports facilities etc) as well as providing a welcome additional revenue source.

Energy Efficiency Requirements - Countdown to Changes Affecting the Leasing of Property

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The Government's Response to Biodiversity Net Gain - What Developers Need to Be Aware of From November 2023

Friday, 10 March 2023

On 21 February 2023, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) issued guidance on the implementation of the mandatory biodiversity net gain in England.

The Government's Response to Biodiversity Net Gain: What Developers Need to Be Aware of From November 2023

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Permitted Development - Issues for Developers

Thursday, 02 March 2023

Permitted Development rights allow certain development to be carried out without the need to navigate the full planning process. Nevertheless, there may still be hurdles to overcome.

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Protection for Property Owners or Occupiers Against Latent Defects

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

It is important to ensure that you are sufficiently protected against the risks associated with the possibility of latent defects emerging after completion of any works.

Protection for Property Owners or Occupiers Against Latent Defects

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Overage Triggers - How to Get Them Right

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Overage is a mechanism which allows a seller to benefit from an increase in the value of land after it has been sold. It is particularly useful where the land has development potential.

Overage Triggers - How to Get Them Right

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Charity Mergers - Property Aspects to Consider

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

When two Charities merge there is often charitable property to consider and the work required to transfer this can be significant.

Charity Mergers - Property Aspects to Consider

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Leases Part 2 - The Premises, Rights Granted and Reserved and Use

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

This series of articles explore some of the key issues to be considered when agreeing heads of terms and negotiating the provisions of a commercial lease. This article continues the series and covers the property demised, rights and permitted uses.

Leases Part 2 - The Premises, Rights Granted and Reserved and Use

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Could the Procter v Procter and Others Judgment Affect my Partnership Tenancy?

Tuesday, 14 February 2023

The High Court has recently considered the matter of Procter v Procter and others [2022] EWHC 1202, which concerned a dispute between three siblings; Suzie, Philip and Jamie Procter.

Could the Procter v Procter and Others Judgment Affect my Partnership Tenancy?

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Time is Running out for Overseas Entities Who Own UK Property

Thursday, 09 February 2023

The deadline for registration under the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 passed on 31 January 2023.

Time is Running out for Overseas Entities Who Own UK Property

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Overage Agreements - A Snapshot

Monday, 06 February 2023

Overage provisions are a useful tool when disposing of land with development potential but require careful consideration due to their highly complex nature.

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