Property update - April 2008

Wragge & Co's real estate experts bring you the latest property law issues. Read their comment on these issues and take note of any action points that will help you and your organisation.

Landlord and tenant: the dangers of failing to comply with the formalities for creating a lease

Landlord and tenant: can an occupier who leaves before the end of their contract demand reimbursement of their payment on account?

Restrictive covenants: can a local authority enforce a covenant preventing development for which it has granted planning permission?

Contract: will the court order rectification of a contract which fails to comply with section 2?

Land registration: who may apply for alteration of the register?

Planning: increase in planning fees

For the above analysis in one go read the full property update.