Commercial property landlords have a duty to maintain, repair and keep in good working order the common parts of the premises. The cost of meeting this obligation is recovered by the landlord through the collection of service charge payments made by the buildings' occupiers.
The process is usually straightforward with each occupier paying a set apportionment – so the landlord doesn't make a loss, or a profit, on operating the service charge. The process becomes less straightforward where the landlord wishes to renew expensive items – such as lifts or air conditioning systems. Indeed where such expenditure is planned near to the end of occupiers' leases acrimonious disputes can arise as occupiers resist the proposed expenditure.
Designing sustainability into construction – proof over promises in sustainable construction
With tightening regulations and growing client demand, the construction industry is under increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable progress against carbon reduction targets. For specifiers, that means ensuring every product installed stands up to scrutiny, not just in material, but in source, traceability, and lifetime carbon footprint. JELD-WEN, a specialist timber door, door kit and doorset manufacturer, explains the critical considerations when selecting sustainable materials.
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Dulux Trade launches new solution for high-humidity spaces
Because of how they are used, kitchens and bathrooms experience more moisture, more contact, and more ongoing maintenance. Standard emulsions are not designed for this level of use. Over time, finishes can lose their appearance or fail to cope with the environment. Kitchens and bathrooms benefit best using a product formulated specifically for their daily demands.
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The hidden cost of compliance: why architects are demanding a new era of product transparency
Few pieces of legislation have reshaped the UK construction industry as significantly as the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). Introduced to improve accountability, traceability and safety standards across the built environment, the legislation has fundamentally changed the responsibilities placed on architects, contractors and manufacturers. While the principles behind the Act are widely supported, the reality for architectural practices is proving more challenging than many anticipated.
