Property Legal news

Developers - 'Stop that development'.

I own a piece of land, which I wish to develop. I have planning permission, but an application has been made by local residents to register it as a Town or Village Green.  What happens next? Read Peter Hurn's briefing note to find out (131 KB PDF)

Virtual Signings

Virtual signings and closings are becoming more common, but recent case law suggests that we need to be especially cautious of virtual methods in relation to property transactions given statutory requirements in relation to real estate contracts and deeds and land registration rules. Read Peter Hurn's briefing note and best practice guidelines for virtual signings (22 KB PDF)

Draft Legislative Programme 2009-2010

On 29^th June, the Government announced its Draft Legislative Programme for the coming parliamentary session for 2009-2010.  The programme affects both England and Wales, although the Welsh Assembly Government will still have authority for devolved matters.