by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
“Typical Licence for Alterations works” are the kinds of changes a leaseholder (or commercial tenant) commonly wants to make, but cannot legally proceed with under the lease without the landlord/freeholder’s written consent. These works are usually controlled because...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
A Level 2 Survey (typically the RICS Home Survey – Level 2) is designed to give you a professional, objective overview of a property’s condition through a more extensive visual inspection—but it has clear boundaries. Understanding those boundaries helps you interpret...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
The Licence for Alterations procedure is the formal process a leaseholder (or commercial tenant) follows to obtain the landlord/freeholder’s written permission to carry out works that are restricted by the lease. While the exact steps vary between landlords and...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
A Level 2 Survey uses a simple set of condition ratings to help you quickly understand what needs attention, how urgent it is, and what you should do next. The ratings are designed to turn a long technical report into a clear, prioritised action plan—so you can decide...
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
A Level 3 Survey (often referred to as a Building Survey) isn’t just “a visit and a report”. Done properly, it delivers a clear set of practical outputs that help you make a confident buying decision, plan repairs, and manage risk before you become legally committed....
by Howorth | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
If you believe a Party Wall Award is wrong, unfair, or doesn’t properly protect your property, you do have options—but the key point is that the main legal remedy is time-critical. Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, either party can appeal the Award to the County...
