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Local Plans are important as they set the planning policy framework for housing and employment during the Plan period.
If you own land with development potential or are contemplating applying for planning application, it is worth keeping an eye on Local Plans and any potential changes. At Robinson & Hall, we monitor the progress of Local Plans across a number of…
In order for a new public right of way to be claimed, there are several tests used to satisfy that there is sufficient evidence the route has been enjoyed by the public without challenge from the landowner.
Firstly, it must be shown that the use of the route has been undertaken for a minimum period of 20 years, without interruption. Secondly, it must be proven that the route has been used without secrecy, force or the landowner’s permission…
Permitted development rights
A significant judgement was recently passed by the High Court which confirmed that local planning authorities do not have the power to delay prior approval for barn conversions.
In the case pitting Warren Farm (Wokingham) Limited v Wokingham Borough Council, the latter requested an extension of time to determine the application before refusing it. However, the judge…
Marketing a commercial property for sale or rent can be a confusing and time-consuming process. It is essential to ensure everything is in place to achieve the maximum return from your property.
Using a professional commercial agent, such as ourselves, to assist you in the process can alleviate many of…
On 5th July 2019, the Office of Tax Simplification published a long-awaited second report on Inheritance Tax (IHT). Within the report are several changes which could affect farmers and landowners going forward:
Lifetime Gifts
The recommendation which has received the most press is to simplify lifetime gifts by reducing the number of years before a gift is exempt from IHT from seven to…
Shillington Congregational Church was built in 1850s and over a period of time had been refurbished. However, the congregation became increasingly concerned over the condition of the floor in the main chapel area. Despite repeated attempts at resolving decay in the floorboarding, our clients had been unable to resolve the problem…
1,733 lots have been sold through Auction House from January to June this year, an increase of 10% compared to the same period last year. Our auction department, Auction House Robinson & Hall has sold 79% of lots it has offered so far this year.
Commenting on the figures, Charles Lovell, Head of Auction House Robinson & Hall, said: “Not only have we sold more lots than at any other time of Auction House’s 12 year history, but we’ve done so when the latest indications are that nationally the sector is down by around 10%. To be able to buck this trend in such challenging circumstances, and by such a large amount, is a remarkable achievement…
Managing your own commercial property can be a stressful, time consuming and frustrating experience where at times it can feel like the demands are outweighing the rewards. We can manage your commercial property and free up a lot of these issues, ensuring that the maximum rewards can be obtained.
Some key benefits of using us…
2018 was a challenging year for farming and for the farmland market.
A late spring and uncertainty over Brexit and the Agriculture Act dampened enthusiasm in farming communities. Land prices had fallen for the previous three years and further falls were widely predicted. Why buy this year when the same commodity could be cheaper next year?…