by Efosa Obaseki | Sep 14, 2026 | Property Law
If a residential property has suffered years of neglect, structural degradation, or even extensive hazardous contamination, determining whether it remains "residential property" for the purposes of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) requires a rigorous cumulative...
by Efosa Obaseki | Sep 7, 2026 | Property Law
Balancing a property owner's desire to redevelop land with neighbours' rights under restrictive covenants requires a careful evaluation of practical benefits, cooperative management structures, and statutory thresholds. Background: The applicant owns one of...
by Efosa Obaseki | Sep 3, 2026 | Property Law
A recent tribunal ruling has provided critical clarity on when historic restrictive covenants can be modified to permit residential development. Background: The dispute centred upon a parcel of land located in a residential area of Dartmouth, forming part of the...
by Efosa Obaseki | Aug 24, 2026 | Property Law
This judgement examined whether a residential landlord can lawfully collect reserve fund contributions from leaseholders when no such provision exists within the original lease agreements. Background: A leaseholder, holding long leases for a residential flat within a...
by Efosa Obaseki | Aug 17, 2026 | Property Law
Every person facing homelessness deserves absolute clarity concerning their housing rights, yet navigating the statutory mechanisms that govern the duties of the local housing authority (LHA) often creates profound confusion. Background: An LHA accepted responsibility...
by Efosa Obaseki | Aug 10, 2026 | Property Law
The Upper Tribunal (UT) recently addressed how modern home-based business activities may conflict with historical property restrictions. Background: This decision arose from a long-running property dispute concerning an old coach house. Originally built to serve the...
