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Why do structural defects not forgive commercial rent?
Discovering that your commercial building suffers from severe, safety-critical structural defects can bring a business to a grinding halt. Despite this apparent common sense, a recent landmark High
Imperfect paperwork does not preclude a landlord from repossession
The Court of Appeal (CoA) has delivered a comprehensive ruling, providing essential clarity on the interaction between strict mandatory tenancy deposit requirements, procedural fairness for
An unexercised option to renew does not guarantee future tenancy
Commercial landlords often look for creative ways to navigate the strict renewal protections of the Landlord and Tenant Act (LTA) 1954. However, a recent Court of Appeal (CoA) decision clarifies that
The mathematical mirage of “rack rent” valuations in HMOs
In the enforcement of UK housing legislation, the exact calculation of rental value dictates whether a landlord might face a draconian financial penalty. Under the Housing Act 2004, local authorities
Why a single missing document can block your right to evict forever
In the world of residential property management, the "no-fault" eviction process under Section 21 has long been viewed as a standard administrative lever. However, a significant legal shift
Can a broken website serve as a legal defence against an RRO?
Property licensing has become a cornerstone of local government efforts to regulate the private rental sector. For landlords, the consequences of non-compliance are severe and may even include Rent
Is it reasonable to evict a tenant without planning permission?
For business owners and commercial landlords, the Landlord and Tenant Act (LTA) 1954 is the cornerstone of their relationship as it provides tenants with "security of tenure". In effect,
Breathing space relief does not include short-term bridging loans
Short-term bridging loans are often used as a quick financial fix, but when they are not repaid, the legal consequences can be swift and severe. The recent High Court case highlights the limits of
A 400-year-old rule that can void your mortgage
In legal circles, some rules are so ancient that they are often forgotten until they resurface with devastating consequences. One such principle is the Rule in Pigot’s Case, a legal doctrine dating









