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Restrictive covenants on neighbouring land

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A restrictive covenant is a contractual obligation contained within the deeds of a property. They can have the effect of restricting a landowners use of their land and are particularly troublesome for property developers. But for a property owner facing a...

Can I sell my house if there is a boundary dispute?

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The short answer is yes, you are able to sell your home whilst there is an ongoing boundary dispute . There is however a legal requirement to disclose that boundary dispute when selling your house. Your conveyancing solicitor will require you to...

Cohabitation - what's mine is yours?

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Living with a partner before marriage has become increasingly popular; whether buying a home together or one partner moving in with the other. Despite the increase in popularity the law in this area is heavily outdated and can often lead to unfair...

Is possession really nine tenths of the law?

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As far as land law is concerned, possession is a key component when investigating who owns a particular piece of land. Possession has the potential to enable someone to acquire ownership of land which does not belong to them. Sometimes known as...

Extreme weather protection - five practical tips to protect your property against storm damage

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The UK has experienced record winds and damage caused by the recent storms, Strom Eunice and Storm Franklin. Below are five practical steps to help you take reasonable precautions against these extreme weather conditions....

Rights of way: what is interference?

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A right of way is a legal right of access over property which belongs to someone else. Rights of way take many forms and often contain conditions as to the means and purpose for which they were created. You may for example, have a right of way over your...

It's not my knotweed!

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In a recent decision by the Court of Appeal on 3 July 2018 the court refused an appeal brought by Network Rail over damages awarded to two homeowners for the effect of Japanese Knotweed on their properties in South Wales. The decision has been hailed as a...