Mark Banham predicts that enhanced rights coming into force on 1st November will lead to more tenant’s associations seeking formal ‘recognition’ under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and landlords must be aware of their duties.
Time is running out for landlords to apply for licences under new legislation that took effect on 1 October 2018. Are you prepared?
Mark Banham considers the use of injunctions against modern trespassers and persons unknown.
Mark Banham, Associate in the Property Disputes Team at FSP, discusses a new pilot scheme which is likely to signal a change for unopposed business lease renewal claims.
Mark Banham, Associate in the Property Litigation team, summarises the changes to court fees which come into force next month and the consequences of those changes.
The exponential growth of AirBnB is a shining example of the so-called “sharing economy”. Mark Banham from our commercial property team considers the potential perils that hosts may encounter whilst using this service.
Designated Premises Supervisors named on licenses permitting the sale of alcohol may need to carefully review their role and responsibilities. Mark Banham from our Licensing Team looks at a recent court decision.
Mark Banham from our commercial property team explains the new regulations relating to Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards in the Private Rented Sector.
A report published by The Centre for Economic and Business Research in January 2016 suggests that 15% of landlords aren’t protecting tenants’ deposits. Mark Banham warns of the potential consequences.
Mark Banham reports on big changes to section 21 notices coming into effect in October 2015. There is plenty to think about for landlords and letting agents and planning ahead is essential.
Mark Banham, a partner in our property disputes group, considers in what circumstances landlords need to consult with leaseholders about “qualifying works” following the 2014 Court of Appeal decision in Francis v Phillips.
Mark Banham considers the effect of a recent decision of the Supreme Court on unlawful activities and how this might have wider implications, in particular in lease covenants.