Landlord and Tenant Act 1987

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I found the team very professional, the survey was booked promptly and the survey report was comprehensive. I had a Party Wall matter that needed turning round quickly and Matthew and Bawor managed to do so at every stage of the process. I had particular anxieties about the roof and Shaun went up and took a look, something all the other surveyors I spoke with wouldnt do.

We were also able to save money with their desktop valuation option which, given the cost of a lease extension, was really helpful. The Landlord and Tenant Covenants Act 1995 makes sure that any covenants (promises) in your lease are binding on both parties, even if they change hands.If you have concerns on how the Act may affect your plans our expert Real Estate lawyers can advise and guide you through any steps required to protect your interests. As a result, the county court held that the tenants were entitled to purchase the freehold on the same terms as the second transfer – for no consideration. Even after the 12 month period has expired, the landlord cannot make the disposal without again fulfilling the requirements of the 1987 Act. It was difficult to get hold of the owner at first as the property is rented out and the owner lives abroad.

Subscribers are able to see the list of results connected to your document through the topics and citations Vincent found. Peter Barry were recommended by another independent surveyor who could not accommodate us due to work and holidays. In new developments – an agreement for sale before any flats are subject to leases or agreements for lease; or using an SPV (special purpose vehicle) to hold the premises (before the development takes place). The 1987 Act provides a wide definition of "qualifying tenants" which includes any tenant of a flat under a tenancy, save for some specific exceptions including business tenancies and ASTs. He was particularly diligent in resolving a party wall issue with the adjacent property and he successfully brought the matter to conclusion.Land shortages have led to an increased demand for rooftop development and so it has become common for a landlord to grant a lease of the roof and air space to a developer.