The client must be

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

The situation

The client must be exactly informed of the total cost of the planned construction, to avoid committing to an operation that they could not complete. Therefore, the cost of the works whose completion is a condition of the planning permission must be included in the lump-sum price requested by the builder, or, if left to be borne by the client, must be the subject of a cost estimate by the builder.

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)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation.

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