If we are talking about what is known as a “long leasehold” flat or apartment (i.e.
IMPORTANT – LEASEHOLD REFORM UPDATE – JANUARY 2026
The government announced the new Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill on January 27, 2026. Potentially it has a major impact on both leaseholders and freeholders. The situation is complex. Click the link below for a comprehensive summary of what is proposed, where we are at now along with some guidelines to help you make any necessary decisions in the meantime.
Keep up-to-date with the proposed changes – click here to read our Leasehold Reform Latest News
A nuisance action is a breach of contract; the contract being the lease. Specifically it is an act committed by a leaseholder or a visitor to a leaseholder’s private property, the consequences of which are:
1) it contravenes a specific prohibition within their lease, e.g.:
and
2) it has consequences that extend to their neighbours.
Taking legal action against the party at fault could result in:
a) That party being required to right the breach and pay damages and legal costs
b) The landlord deciding that the most effective step would be exercise his right to forfeiture and possession by serving a valid section 146 notice under the Law of Property Act 1925
Click here to read more about forfeiture of a lease
The law involved in dealing with nuisance actions is complex, covering as it does the covenants and nuisance clauses contained in leases. A landlord’s chance of successfully dealing with a nuisance action increases enormously when appointing a solicitor specialising in these sort of property disputes.
Call FREEPHONE 0800 1404544 for FREE Initial Phone Advice
Your solicitor will:
It is rare for the forfeiture and possession to run its course – more commonly the party at fault will resolve the breach by ceasing the nuisance action/taking remedial action at their initial notification of possible legal action from the landlord’s solicitor.
If we are talking about what is known as a “long leasehold” flat or apartment (i.e.
Freehold purchase of a block of flats (which is often referred to as collective or lease
What are the benefits of taking on the right to manage? The main benefit
Solicitors Specialising in Licences to Alter There are many reasons why the owner of
Solicitors Specialising in Licences to Alter There are many reasons why the owner of
Specialist Lease Enfranchisement Solicitors Freehold purchase of a block of flats (which is often
Our experienced solicitors have helped clients throughout England and Wales achieve the best outcomes in enfranchisement, lease extension, and right-to-manage cases.
We also work closely with trusted surveyors and block management companies, offering a complete service from start to finish.
We offer free initial legal advice and nationwide coverage.
No meeting is required, as we can manage your entire case by phone, email, or video call.
Copyright © 2026. All rights reserved | Website by Appoka
