In some cases, the loft may be individually owned. However, repairs to the loft may be a common responsibility. Always refer to your title deeds to check who owns the…
read moreRepairs are inevitable and need to be tackled quickly before more damage is caused. Ideally, you will have saved a cash reserve for such occasions. Otherwise, you will need to…
read moreMaintaining a common bank account to hold advance payments for repairs is recommended. This account could be managed by your owners' association or property manager. Creating a Building Reserve Fund…
read moreYou are obliged by law to have adequate insurance for the tenement and common parts. This is to cover your share of the costs of major and expensive damage to…
read moreYou may occasionally come across these other powers being used by the council to enforce common repairs. Disrepair/defective building notice This order is designed to protect the building fabric and…
read moreA list of the legal terms you may find in your title deeds or may need if you use Simple Procedures. Arranged alphabetically. Where a term is in italics, it…
read moreYour local council has legal powers to take action against noise and health hazards. Contact the Environmental Health, Antisocial Behaviour, or Community Safety Teams. The types of action that the council can…
read moreBuilding Reserve Funds (also known as Sinking Funds) are a type of fund set up to pay for repairs. Key points about Building Reserve Funds all owners pay in on…
read moreRepairs are inevitable and need to be tackled quickly before more damage is caused leading to bigger bills, possibly affecting the value of your property. Grants for repairs are seldom…
read moreYou need to check your title deeds to see if they define what 'repairs' and 'improvements' are for your building. Title deeds are often very vague on these issues, especially those…
read moreA problem with common repairs can become an official public health 'nuisance'. An official 'nuisance' is something that affects people and must be 'abated'. The health of the building cannot…
read moreMany flats are self-factored. To get the best experience from this, you need to be well-organised and prepared to call on professional help when required. Many buildings self-factor as the owners…
read moreThe first short talk of the day was delivered by architect Ingvar Maxwell, who explored the history of stone in Scottish buildings from the prehistoric age until the 20th century. He explained how…
Mortgage lenders now require that those buying flats with cladding to provide…
Your tenement may have a basement, sometimes used for living accommodation or…
Insulation, draught-proofing and improved glazing can save money, improve comfort and reduce…
Recent research suggests that traditional solid stone or brick walls provide better…
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