Commercial Property
Land owner’s - what to expect when dealing with water companies
Posted by Kayleigh Wilson on 15th May 2012
The water industry is a little different to that of gas and electricity, the companies have more statutory powers granted to them and it is therefore easier to maintain and expand their network to supply the necessity of water. If approached by a water company to lay a new main on your land or even to modify an existing undocumented main; it would be wise to enter into a deed of easement with the company. Yes, the process may take longer and you may need to instruct an agent and a lawyer; however the end result would be worth it.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) – changes come into force 6 April 2012
Posted by Sarah Webster on 26th March 2012
Background
The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections)(England and Wales) Regulations 2007 detail the requirements for producing EPCs on the sale, letting or construction of properties, the regular inspection of air-conditioning systems and the display of EPCs in larger public buildings. In April of last year the government confirmed its intention to amend the regulations and this has been done by The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections)(England and Wales)(Amendment) Regulations 2011 which come into force on 6 April 2012.
Can the government steer us in the right direction when it comes to renewable energy?
Posted by Kayleigh Wilson on 15th March 2012
In July 2011 the government published the UK Renewable Energy Roadmap, the roadmap describes the government’s plans to meet the target of 15% of the UK’s energy being from renewable sources by 2020 as part of the UK’s share of the Renewable Energy Directive. The Roadmap also describes the current state of renewable energy generation is within the UK, how the deployment of such renewable energy technology may evolve by 2020 and what actions are required to reach the target set.
Know Your Tenant: A Landlord’s Guide To Assignment
Posted by Susan Hart on 20th October 2011
In this current economic climate, it is important to ensure that, on any letting of a property, the landowner is as certain as he can be that the tenant will be able to fulfil his obligations
Breaking a Lease
Posted by Nick Smith on 27th July 2011
In the current market, many small businesses are suffering - a lack of available credit on commercial terms, increasing regulation, foreign exchange pressures and a depressed market. This is prompting businesses to look at their property occupation needs and, where necessary, get rid of surplus property space.
Land Agreements - Excluded no more
Posted by Sarah Webster on 5th May 2011
Land Agreements - Excluded no more.