Browsing: Major Works

Chris Cooper, Partner at Hamilton Darcey takes a look at works being carried out on adjoining properties.

Fiona Togher, Partner at Hamilton Darcey looks at how and why you should be planning your future expenditure.

This case provided handy guidance for all parties involved in Major Works, as small variances do very often occur as works commence.

Paul Robertson explores how insurance policies can fall foul of section 20 which is particularly relevant given the recent Corvan ruling.

The intent behind the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 Section 20 is to give some protection to residential leaseholders.

Gareth Lomax from Ardent Lift Consultancy looks at how the Section 20 process applies to the repair of lift equipment.

Have you been consulted about major works, worked your away through the process to then find that the initial proposals have changed?

If any major works are required for a block of flats, the cost will normally be recoverable from the tenants.

Charles Jamieson from Bishop and Sewell explains more about receiving a service charge demand and what to do about it.

Ian Hollins of Clear Building Management reminds RMCs of the need to comply with leasehold law when planning repair and maintenance work.