The right to light: understanding the rules for new developments
A right to light is an easement granting a property owner the right to receive sufficient natural light through defined openings. Defined openings include windows,...
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Assigning or subletting a commercial lease: what tenants need to...
For many commercial tenants, a lease that once suited the business can become a burden. Changes in trading conditions, growth, downsizing, or a move toward...
John Guthrie
Partner, Commercial PropertyDilapidations explained: what commercial tenants and landlords need to know
Dilapidations are a common source of dispute at the end of a commercial lease. They can involve significant sums of money and often come as...
Simon Cook
Consultant, Dispute ResolutionMind the energy gap: commercial landlords face a closing window...
A chilly draught is blowing through the commercial property market, as tightening EPC rules mean landlords must seal the gaps in energy performance before key...
Tamzin Mandelli
Partner, Head of Commercial PropertySIPP vs SSAS: Commercial property transactions
Clients are increasingly exploring the use of pension schemes to acquire commercial property, often as part of a wider tax or succession planning strategy. Two...
Isobel Turner
Associate, Commercial PropertyLandlord and Tenant Act 1954 case summary: opposing renewal on...
The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (LTA 1954) is a cornerstone of English property law, providing a framework for the relationship between landlords and business...
David Kearsley
Partner, Commercial PropertyFirm promotions: Louise Harrhy steps into the role of Chair...
We are delighted to announce that Louise Harrhy and Tamzin Mandelli have taken over the roles previously held by Roderick Campbell prior to his retirement....
Nigel Maud
Partner, Commercial & Corporate, COLPHow to negotiate a commercial lease
There are always tensions between landlord and tenant when negotiating a commercial lease. That is why it is important to understand the key points to...
John Guthrie
Partner, Commercial PropertyBuildings Safety Act – an overview
The Buildings Safety Act 2022 was introduced to improve the standard of buildings, ensure that construction materials are fit for purpose and secure the safety...
Simon Cook
Consultant, Dispute ResolutionSnail farm scam landlord forced back into their shell
A commercial landlord’s tax avoidance plans have slithered to a slow crawl after their attempt to secure a business rates exemption through a sham ‘snail...
