Leasehold Reform Has Arrived, Now What? Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024

In this episode, Richard Snape, Head of Legal Training at Davitt Jones Bould, joins host Lizzie Collin to unpack the development of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024.

Richard explains the background to the Act, why it was introduced, and what has been happening since it received Royal Assent. Notably, this was the final piece of legislation to pass before the general election, progressing through the House of Lords in just 11 minutes, a remarkably swift passage for such a significant reform.

The discussion focuses on the implications for leaseholders and freeholders, including how the reforms affect lease extensions, enfranchisement rights and the calculation of costs. Richard also answers common questions on pricing and process, helping listeners understand what the reforms mean in practice as the detail continues to develop.

This episode is essential listening for leaseholders, landlords, developers and advisers looking to understand how leasehold reform is unfolding and why the speed of its passage may shape how the legislation is interpreted and implemented going forward.

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