Katie Edwards, Associate at JB Leitch advises on the management of estates and outdoor common areas where RTM companies are involved.
Browsing: Case Law
Is there a need to establish disrepair from the tribunal to appoint a manager under Section 24 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1987?
Laura Severn, Director at LMP Law reflects on the recent ruling in the case of Fearn & Ors v The Board of Trustees of the Tate Gallery.
2018 has seen an influx of articles offering differing opinion on various aspects of the leasehold industry.
Under strict interpretation of lease terms, many leaseholders are found to be responsible for the costs (payable via their service charges).
This case provided handy guidance for all parties involved in Major Works, as small variances do very often occur as works commence.
The question as to whether an advance request for payment is reasonable will depend on all the circumstances and specific facts of the case.
This case was a dispute involving outstanding works at a holiday home site in the Cotswolds called “Waters Edge.”
While the court did not adopt the Parthenia model, the Government has asked the Law Commission to look at “the simplification of valuations.”
For leasehold properties, there are often provisions within the lease to prevent the keeping of pets.