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20/06/2022

Last Thursday, the government published the Fairer Private Rented Sector white paper, which, among other things, promises to end 'no-fault' evictions, previously permitted under Section 21 of the 1983 Housing Act, currently the single biggest cause of homelessness in the UK.

It will also set out proposals to force private landlords to improve the quality of 'unsafe' homes, by removing damp, dirty and unfit components that put tenants' health at risk.

To find out what services Prince Krofa & Sons are offering to landlords and tenants, visit www.princekrofa.com/asset-management.

16/06/2022

In the third part of our series on the UK Planning system, we explore the challenges of living in, or searching for, listed buildings or properties in conservation areas, as well as how they contribute to the National Planning Policy Framework, and how we can help you with your needs.

We explore the challenges of living in, or searching for, listed buildings or properties in conservation areas.

08/06/2022

As specialist surveyors of both public and private rental properties, Prince Krofa & Sons offers services that assist both sides in services that can help to resolve disputes and make for a more harmonious relationship.

Here, we explain Inventory and Schedule of Condition reports, what they involve and why they are important.

Prince Krofa & Sons offers services that assist both landlords and tenants, to help resolve disputes and maintain harmonious relations.

31/05/2022

Prince Krofa & Sons' services include specialist surveys and reports for landlords and tenants.

Although not legally required, Schedule of Condition and Inventory reports are highly useful to both parties in keeping track of a property over time, and solving disputes over repairs and deposits.

To find out more, contact us at princekrofa.com/contact-book-survey.

23/05/2022

The number of affordable homes started in the capital jumped significantly by 40 per cent in the year to March, according to latest statistics.

Figures released by the Greater London Authority show that work started on 18,722 affordable homes in the capital between April 2021 and March 2022, compared with 13,318 the year before.

The number of affordable homes completed across London also rose last year, with 10,252 recorded in 2021/22, up from 9,051 homes the year before. This is the highest level of completions since Sadiq Khan was elected mayor and more than double the record low of 4,881 homes completed in the last year of the previous mayoralty held by Boris Johnson in 2015/16.

(Source: Huw Morris / Planning Portal)

Prince Krofa & Sons are experts in UK planning law and projects in affordable housing. Contact us to find out how we can help you with your queries.

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10/05/2022

If you want to be certain that your building's existing use is lawful for planning purposes or that your proposal does not require Planning Permission, you can apply for a 'Lawful Development Certificate' (LDC).

It is not compulsory to have an LDC but there may be times when you need one to confirm that the use, operation or activity named in it is lawful for planning control purposes. These can be applied for through your Local Planning Authority.

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06/05/2022

The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 has been amended a lot in recent years. "Use Classes" is the name given to categories of regulated land and building use, and altering these may require an application for Planning Permission or prior approval.

A full, up-to-date guide to the Use Classes Order for England, detailing each class and their legal alterations, can be found here: https://lichfields.uk/media/6158/guide-to-the-use-classes-order-in-england.pdf.

03/05/2022

If you live in a Conservation Area, or an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), you may need certain permissions for carrying out works, particularly if they are outside the house, or involve trees and/or demolition.

Your Local Planning Authority will explain when the Conservation Area was created, how far it extends, why it is protected and the amount of legal protection it has in place.

26/04/2022

In the next instalment of our UK Planning series, Prince Krofa & Sons is exploring building regulations, the minimum standards for design, construction, and alterations to virtually every building, as detailed in the Building Regulations Act 2010.

In the next instalment of our UK Planning series, PKS is exploring building regulations, minimum standards for design and construction.

19/04/2022

London and the South East are full of gems, buildings of special architectural and / or historic interest. Prince Krofa & Sons recognises the importance of protecting this heritage whilst offering thorough surveys that can help owners of listed buildings plan for the future, reducing the need for costly, heavily-regulated repairs.

Visit our website and read our blog at princekrofa.com to find out more.

14/04/2022

Over on our Instagram, we're running a new piece of advice every day, to help you book a survey the smart way.

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06/04/2022

Facilities Managers (FMs) operate across business functions. The number one priority of an FM is to keep everyone safe and alive. In the second part of our FM series, we explore their goals, roles and responsibilities.

https://www.princekrofa.com/post/facilities-management-goals-roles-and-responsibilities-of-a-fm

Facilities Managers (FMs) operate across business functions. The number one priority of an FM is to keep everyone safe and alive.