Previous blogs have looked at the Housing (Scotland) Bill (the Bill) and discussed possible amendments for Stage 2. There have now been over 450 proposed amendments to the Bill which has led the Housing Committee session being pushed back to 6 May from the originally planned 29 April. Some of these proposed amendments have come …
Read more >In the competitive world of property, success often hinges not just on what you know, but on who you know and who can help you navigate through any issues you may face. Property networking has emerged as a critical tool for investors, landlords, developers, and property professionals seeking to gain an edge in the market. …
Read more >Spring time is well underway and the vacuums and feather dusters are out as many households give their homes a spring clean. For those living in private rented homes, giving the place a good scrub is essential when the time comes to reclaim the deposit once the tenancy ends. In fact, many of the deposit …
Read more >A sense of community and belonging appears to be in vogue as a topic for politicians of all parties. And what is spoken about in both Holyrood and Westminster does often eventually filter through to everyday life. On that basis, you would think that developers and construction companies should sit up and take note as …
Read more >Flat roofs can be found on all kinds of tenement buildings, both traditional and modern alike. Contrary to their name, they are generally not entirely flat, but laid with a gentle slope to allow rain to drain off them. Nevertheless, in a country which receives as much rain as Scotland, flat roofs can cause problems. …
Read more >In a recent decision the FTT refused to grant an eviction order despite the tenant having failed to defend the action, pay full rent for over a year, respond to the landlord or make payment proposals. This decision was overturned on appeal by the Upper Tribunal with Sherif Reid finding that the FTT had “fallen …
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