Property law: legal framework and solutions

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The judgment rejecting a claim for restoration to their original condition of a shop and a flat, which constituted a lot in a co-owned building and were combined by their owner into a single commercial premises, must be quashed, even though the co-ownership rules provide that flats may only be occupied for residential purposes.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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