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Managing Major Works in the backdrop of the Building Safety Act – What is the cost of a successful s.20 dispensation application?

As everyone continues to navigate their way through the legislation within the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA), the…

Reasonableness of service charge payments on account

A recent appeal at the Upper Tribunal looked at the reasonableness of demanding service charge payments on account…

Right to Manage: Triplerose case highlights need for precision

A successful Right to Manage claim needs a technically accurate approach, with even seemingly small errors leading to…

Service charge apportionment – the surveyor’s decision is binding. Or is it?

A recent service charge appeal at the Upper Tribunal will prevent landlords from relying on their surveyors’ advice…