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ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES New guidance from the High Court on issues arising when dealing with consent to assignment of a lease
Henry Mahalski analyses the High Court decision in Mulbury Homes v Scoto & Stockport Council, exploring its crucial guidance on SCPC 11.3, landlord consent to assignment, contract rescission, and the legal standing of contracting purchasers.
Henry Mahalski
5 min read
DILAPIDATIONS The tale of the Pearl City: Section 18(1), phased works and expert evidence
In commercial property lease ends, navigating dilapidations disputes requires a precise understanding of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1927. Henry Mahalski analyzes the High Court case of Peachside Ltd v Lee and Keung regarding the "Pearl City" restaurant in Manchester. This post details how the court evaluated the two statutory limbs of section 18(1)—diminution in value and supersession—and shows how a landlord's phased works strategy and independent expert evidence ultimately
Henry Mahalski
6 min read
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