Time extensions to comply with directions

Compliance with time limits is of paramount importance and failure to comply with directions with specified time limits may result in sanctions being imposed.  However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Ministry of Justice introduced a new Practice Direction 51ZA (Extension of time limits and clarification of PD 51Y) with effect from 2 April 2020.…

Acting for developers in the purchase of land for residential development

There are several types of purchase Contracts.  These are either unconditional Contracts, Options to purchase or Contracts conditional upon obtaining planning permission and, on some occasions, defective title indemnity insurance in respect of restrictive covenants which might prevent development or to cover the absence of easements in respect of rights of way or utility services.…