In this article, JB Leitch look at some of the key developments around building safety and their implications.
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Rising construction costs, economic uncertainty and unexpected issues can put pressure on even the most carefully planned budgets.
In the event of a fire, fire doors help protect escape routes and support fire compartmentation slowing the spread of fire.
In property management, delivering reliable heating and hot water is a fundamental part of what makes a building liveable.
The Supreme Court recently confirmed the scope of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Defective Premises Act 1972.
These decisions also clarify why a retrospective reach of certain provisions in the BSA is vital in fulfilling a core objective of the BSA.
For those managing blocks of flats, understanding and fulfilling these responsibilities is not just about compliance, it is about protecting lives.
Understanding these responsibilities is about more than just “good practice” – it is essential for the smooth running of your building.
Among the most common of these are disputes over service charges, particularly when it comes to communal areas.
The parties are entitled to clear explanations and thorough rationale as to why and how sums have been calculated.