Delve into the intricate process of acquiring land for public use with expert insights into compulsory purchase. This comprehensive guide equips legal practitioners with the essential knowledge to manage compulsory purchase orders effectively. From statutory frameworks to procedural strategies, gain practical advice tailored to streamline your practice in planning law. Ensure robust defence for your clients' interests while adhering to the latest legal standards and practices.
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When proceeding with a compulsory purchase order (CPO) for land burdened by restrictive covenants, must the covenants be referred to in the CPO schedule, notwithstanding that those covenants cannot be expunged by the CPO?; Is it correct that in such circumstances, the beneficiaries of such covenants
The Crichel Down RulesThe Crichel Down RulesIt is not uncommon for acquiring authorities to seek to dispose of land acquired by compulsory purchase. Often this is because the acquiring authority helped assemble land interests needed to bring forward a development, and will subsequent to
If a rentcharge is shown as being informally exonerated on title information, does this apply to the current registered owner? Or does the informal exoneration only apply to the parties to the document which informally exonerated the rentcharge?This Q&A considers the situation where, at some point
If a beneficiary signs a deed of disclaimer of their share of an estate and the estate pays their legal fees, will that count as a PET against their estate?A disclaimer is the refusal of a gift prior to acceptance. The refusal of the gift must take place before the beneficiary accepts any benefit
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