Commercial Development - To the Heart of the Matter - Autumn 2010

Commercial Development - To the Heart of the Matter - Autumn 2010

Allegations of “repudiatory breach” are often bandied around in commercial disputes, but what kind of breach justifies the label of ‘repudiation’? A couple of recent cases illustrate the point and the pitfalls of claiming repudiation where you may not actually have grounds to do so. Although both of the cases cited below are in the context of residential development, the principles explored are equally applicable to both purely commercial and mixed-use developments.

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Planning and Environment Law - April 2010

Judicial review time limits post Uniplex - a change in the law

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JCT05: 2009 Amendments – the ‘Green’ Suite

During 2009 the JCT released in tranches its latest set of amendments to the 2005 suite of contracts. The focal point of the changes is sustainability, and the amended framework is intended to encourage parties to think about it at both the design and construction phases. The changes follow on from the JCT’s industry consultation and the subsequent publication of their Guidance Note ‘Building a Sustainable Future Together’ (available from the JCT website: www.jctltd.co.uk).

Read more: JCT05: 2009 Amendments - the 'Green' Suite - January 2010

Housebuilder article - Much obliged - December 2009

It is essential that a landowner is required to enter into planning obligations - otherwise your development could be frustrated. A planning obligation must be binding on all parties with a legal estate or interest in the land.

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Housebuilder article - How long have I got - November 2009

Richard Stokes of Cripps Harries Hall examines a recent legal case which throws some light onto the issue of legal completion of new homes.

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