For subscribers, the February 2020 issue of the CPI Update appears attached below, and deals with the following cases:
Negligence arising from the lack of a Land Registry restriction – Gosden & Anor v Halliwell Landau (a firm) & Anor.
Witnessing by video link – Yuen v Wong.
Vesting orders after a Crown disclaimer – Leon v Her Majesty’s Attorney General & Ors.
Material considerations in planning decisions – R (on the application of Wright) v Resilient Energy Severndale Ltd.
Modifying restrictive covenants – Martin v Lipton.
There is also commentary on:
Electronic communications in leasehold property.
SDLT updated guidance on dwellings.
Residential leaseholds and the enfranchisement consultation.
Contract races – dealing with more than one buyer.
Land Registry practice guide update: trusts.
Land Registry practice guide update: adverse possession.
Land Registry practice guide update: execution of deeds.
Published on 2 February 2020.
Property PSL