If you’re involved with a RMC or RTM company, there will come a time when major lift works are necessary to avoid significant breakdowns…

Exploring the circumstances under which an application for dispensation from consultation under Section 20 of the LTA 1985 can be considered suitable.

Using contractors may be very routine for your company, but this doesn’t mean that accidents and health and safety incidents cannot occur.

The specialist building safety team at JB Leitch provide an overview of the relationship between the process for undertaking major works and the new building safety regime… As readers will no doubt be aware, the main legislation relating to building…

Written by Gareth Lomax – Director of Ardent Lift Consultancy Further to our previous articles on major works, most notably the South London project we oversaw in 2022-23 (Flat Living article, Ardent Case Study), we wanted to identify the other…

Major works in leasehold flats can have a profound impact on the lives of residents, spanning from financial implications to emotional stress and the overall sense of community. These significant renovations or repairs, often involving the building’s structure, systems, or…

In this article, we delve into the significance of major works and service charges, what they entail, and how they impact residents.

When a block of flats requires significant maintenance work, property managers can swiftly find themselves overwhelmed with tasks. Such complex and unpredictable major projects often keep everyone on their toes. This makes it all too easy to forget to focus…

It’s important for residents and managers of leasehold blocks of flats to understand major works and the Section 20 procedure.

Carrying out substantial works on or in blocks of flats for the purposes of essential maintenance, large-scale improvements or safety compliance can be a complicated and time-consuming task. Following the right procedures according to the lease and the section 20…

If you are a member or shareholder in an RMC or RTM, it is important to know your responsibilities to repair and maintain your block.

The team at FirstPort offers insight into the common traits shared by resident directors, to combat the challenges of major works.

Specialist property solicitors JB Leitch, provide insight and comment on the subject of dispensation from consultation requirements.

Property Management Company Fraser Allen Estate Management share their top tips so you can be better prepared for your major works.

Major works, otherwise known as qualifying works, are any works being done to the building that would cost each tenant over £250.

Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 defines major works as “one-off” works or maintenance, repair or improvements.

James Badger and Liz Rowen of Keebles LLP, outline the key construction considerations and why they are important.

The Building Regulations are familiar to most people, but knowing when you need to obtain consent or comply with them can be challenging.

Toby Bowser, Partner at Hamilton Darcey gives RMC/RTM members a run down of how best to approach a Major Works project.

Ben Jeanes, Partner at Hamilton Darcey, outlines your duties when acting as the ‘Client’ during major works projects for your block.

Toby Bowser, Partner at Hamilton Darcey, warns against carrying out Major Works without a Site Manager in the name of cutting costs.

Charles Jamieson from Bishop & Sewell discusses the part prejudice may have to play in Tribunal decision making.

Clear Building Management explain why S20 remains essential and offer some tips on how to manage the consultation process in a virtual world.

4site Consulting provide a reminder of the importance of employing contractors who hold Health & Safety at the core of their values.

Laura Severn, Director at LMP Law, explores the history of leases and where Section 20 Major Works plays it part.

Darren Bagnall from Flat Living Insurance discusses what major works are and why Section 20 processes are important.

The team at Hamilton Darcey fill us in on how to keep major works projects on track despite the current pandemic.

Hamilton Darcey champion the implementation of Planned Maintenance Programmes (PMP) reports to effectively plan for building maintenance.

The process of implementing and successfully delivering a window replacement scheme within a residential block can often be challenging.

All four Partners at Hamilton Darcey tell us what their most frequently-asked question is and provide us with the all-important answers.

Fiona Togher MRICS at Hamilton Darcey, gives us her thoughts on how best to proceed with the projects you have planned for this year.

Nicholas Kissen, Senior Legal Advisor at LEASE looks at what to do to ensure you keep within the law and do not find yourself out of pocket?

Katie Mooney, Social Media Executive at 4site Consulting asks are your contractors safe for site?

Gordon Whelan, Managing Director at Haines Watts Service Charge advises how much of the budget should be set aside for Major Works.

Ian Hollins, Director at Clear Building Management sets out advice on how to work effectively with your managing agent.

Darren Waitson, CEO and Founder of Nirvana Maintenance addresses ways in which you can manage Major Works.

Belinda Thorpe, Managing Director of Residentsline provides an overview of what you need to know about Major Works and Section 20.

Chris Cooper, Director at Hamilton Darcey looks at the top considerations when embarking on major works projects.

Fiona Togher at Hamilton Darcey advises on how to find a surveyor and to consider around the potential costs.

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.

Julian Davies of Earl Kendrick Associates, discusses those times when, despite the maintenance plan, you will need to invest in a new roof.

Damien Finnegan of Finnegan Property Services looks at the common obstacles to overcome in order to ensure a successful major works project.

Damien Finnegan, Managing Director of Finnegan Property Services, answers some key questions on planning and funding Major Works.

The importance of an appropriately-experienced and skilled project manager should never be underestimated.

As a general rule you should not need planning permission if you are fitting windows which are identical, like-for-like replacements.

Flat roofs are one of the most common building components to fail. Here we will discuss typical defects and how (and how not) to repair them.