All Legal & Professional articles – Page 31
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ProfessionalPlanning places around people
Despite its many guises, a 20-minute neighbourhood is essentially a people-focused way of planning, placing daily activities within a reasonable walking distance from home.
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ProfessionalDigital pilot brings interactivity to an archaic planning system
Government initiative hailed as a step in the right direction, but concerns remain over cost of implementation.
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ProfessionalThe importance of visible support for Pride month
I find myself getting frustrated around this time of year (Pride month) at campaigners complaining about so-called ‘rainbow washing’.
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ProfessionalWhat can the industry do to support LGBTQ+ employees?
Industry specialists discuss how individuals, the property sector and the government can be allies
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ProfessionalQ&A: Five minutes with Johnathan Crawley, UK managing director at MiddleCap
Johnathan Crawley, UK managing director at MiddleCap, on how he got started in the property industry and his proudest career achievement. He also shares his cultural tips and his number-one travel destination.
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ProfessionalBusinesses need economic help
This month, chancellor Rishi Sunak’s business rates holiday extension comes to an end, albeit with a partial continuation benefiting just small businesses. However, ‘Freedom Day’ has now been postponed, social distancing continues and some sectors are still unable to open.
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ProfessionalHow can the industry best protect businesses from rogue agents?
The number of rogue ratings surveyors is on the rise. This is not a new problem. For years, businesses have been prey to cowboy elements in the industry who claim they can achieve massive business rates reductions, demand fees upfront and then often disappear without trace.
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ProfessionalWhat is the best way to improve the HS2 compensation regime?
Anyone who has claimed compensation for HS2 blight will know that it is a process that feels like 12 rounds of boxing, even for the initiated in property. Agreeing valuations and the quantum that should flow can be painfully long-winded.
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OnlineLandmark retail rent ruling could have ‘dramatic’ implications
A judge has ruled that annual rent for a retail unit in Central London should be less than half of what it was in 2011, setting a commercial precedent that could have a significant impact on rents in the prime West End retail market.
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ProfessionalQ&A: Five minutes with Stuart Henderson, head of operations at GSA
Stuart Henderson, head of operations, UK north, ROI and Germany at GSA, on how he got started in property. He also shares his cultural tips, his best and worst purchases and his favourite historical figure.
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ProfessionalEffective preparation is vital for a successful office return
Space management, online connectivity and cybersecurity procedures are key factors for a smooth return.
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ProfessionalVillage greens pose a conundrum
The phrase ‘village green’ generally brings to mind the traditional image of dancing around the maypole in a quaint village on a summer’s day. In reality, the term has a more complex and potentially challenging meaning. For example, a village green may not be as easy to spot as the ...
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ProfessionalThe value of carbon storage is rising
There has been a perceptible shift in how people are looking at land. It has been dubbed the ‘Thunberg effect’ and, as a result, the profile of clients approaching us seeking land and forestry is changing.
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ProfessionalAre fears of a post-30 June evictions rush misplaced?
Despite concerns over forfeiture proceedings, experts believe more landlords will negotiate with tenants.
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ProfessionalWhat do recent judgments on rent obligations mean for landlords?
Judgments have been handed down awarding landlords summary judgment against their tenants for non-payment of rent during the Covid-19 pandemic, finally giving some judicial commentary on the defences raised by tenants regarding their rent obligations.
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ProfessionalA guide for future communities
Places for People has launched a new design guide in conjunction with global engineering and design consultancy Arup. The What makes great places for people? guide sets the scene for future communities – especially in a post-Covid world.
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ProfessionalQ&A: Five minutes with Jonny Rosenblatt, co-founder of Spacemade
Jonny Rosenblatt, co-founder of Spacemade, on how he got started in property. He also shares some cultural recommendations , the celebrity he would most like to meet and his number-one travel destination.
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ProfessionalWill councils meet online again?
Virtual council meetings have been seen by many as a positive step towards the digitalisation of the planning process. In June 2020, 88% of Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) members surveyed were in favour of virtual council meetings.
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ProfessionalHow will London Plan’s definition of tall buildings affect developers?
The purpose of the London Plan is to bring clarity and consistency, but in its tall buildings policy, the new London Plan does the reverse.
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ProfessionalLandlords and tenants urged to focus on transparent dialogue
Following recent rulings in favour of tenants, experts advise landlords to be more flexible in their negotiations.
