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Easements on commercial property – a free guide for beneficiaries
Easements are valuable rights that allow you to use neighbouring land in particular ways, for the benefit of your own property. Without easements, like a right of way or the right to light, you might not be able to make full use of your property, so they really matter...
Commercial development and biodiversity net gain
If you get planning permission for a commercial development, it now comes with an obligation to ensure that there is a net gain in biodiversity. The statutory obligation is to demonstrate a minimum 10 per cent increase in biodiversity after the development has been...
Climate change issue? Make sure you do this when selling a property
Climate change is likely to affect most if not all our homes, and homebuyers are much more conscious of environmental issues nowadays, which is something to be aware of if you are selling. ‘If your home is already affected by climate change, other properties in your...
Surrendering a lease for commercial premises
If your business requirements have changed, and you need to get out of your current lease, a surrender can be an attractive option – as long as your landlord is willing to agree. Alternatively, your landlord may want the property back for redevelopment and approach...
Unsure about high street rental auctions? Here’s the essential guide for landlords
The Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 will give local authorities new powers to hold rental auctions of empty high street properties if landlords do not find tenants for themselves. The relevant parts of the legislation are not yet in force, but if you are a...