Boundary disputes can arise for a variety of reasons, such as unclear, conflicting, or changing border definitions, historical claims, or the discovery of valuable resources near the disputed area. While seemingly minor, these disputes can...
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For many businesses, the question of whether or not to renew a commercial lease constitutes a crucial component of their strategy and impacts their ability to achieve their commercial objectives. Therefore, businesses need to understand the...
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If you live in Worthing – or know the area well – you will undoubtedly have heard of Guild Care. The social care charity has been a big part of the town’s community since its launch in 1933. More recently, we have taken immense pride in...
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Purchasing a property is undoubtedly one of the most significant financial decisions you'll make in your lifetime. When it comes to conveyancing, home buyers have hundreds, if not thousands, to choose from across the UK. At Bennett Griffin, we...
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Navigating the complex terrain of commercial leases can be daunting for tenants. With many factors to consider – from lease terms to liability issues – it's no wonder many find themselves asking, "Do I need a solicitor for a commercial...
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What To Do If Your Property's Not On The Land Registry Are you worried about owning (or purchasing) unregistered properties? The Land Registry plays a crucial role in ensuring the ownership and protection of properties in England and...
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Building Regulations control the methods and materials to be used in the construction of a new property or for certain works carried out to an existing property, such as extensions, wall removals, or gas, electric, and glazing installation, to...
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The Building Safety Act 2022 was introduced as a response to the tragic Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. This legislation aims to improve the safety and accountability of buildings in the UK, focusing primarily on high-rise residential...
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In an era where environmental sustainability takes centre stage, it has become increasingly important for commercial properties to meet energy efficiency standards. The implementation of Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) in 2018 marked a...
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Residential Landlords- are you up to date? The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Amendment) Regulations 2022 came into force on 1 October 2022. You must be aware of the legislation and – more importantly – that you are adhering to it...
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Commercial Landlords are you ready? It is now less than 6 months to go until existing lettings with an EPC rating of F and G are unlawful. The Law The minimum energy efficiency standard regulations (“MEES” regulations) were brought in to...
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On the 11th May 2022, it was published by the Department for Housing, that the Decent Home Standard would look to be extended across the private rented sector, to ensure that those in rented accommodation would have secure and quality...
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Before you take a lease of new premises, it can be easy to not think about what happens when a lease comes to an end. However, tenants need to be thinking about what their repairing liability is under a lease is before they enter into the...
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Are you a house builder who wishes to sell the freehold reversion of either an apartment block or a leasehold mixed-use development? The right of first refusal under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 (the Act) makes this more complicated than you...
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Most flat leases are granted for an initial term of 99 or 125 years. If the lease isn’t renewed at the end of the term, the flat becomes the Landlord’s property again. This means that as the years pass by, the flat becomes less valuable. ...
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The question most commonly asked by landlords is, do I still have to repair items in the property if my tenant isn’t paying their rent? The answer is yes. Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, sets out the Landlord’s requirements of...
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