Rights of light – A critical liability developers need to be aware of
Rights of light – A critical liability developers need to be aware of In a country with substantial amounts of old housing stock and archaic rights to light laws, a critical liability is presented to property developers, particularly with our ever increasing housing targets. Unfortunately for property developers in the UK, planning and development regulations […]
Before Building Work Begins: Party Wall considerations
Before Building Work Begins: Party Wall considerations Further consideration, before starting any building works, should be given to the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This piece of legislation obligates any property owner in England and Wales wishing to undertake ‘notifiable works’ (formally known as the building owner), to serve a Party Wall Notice on their […]
Factors That Can Affect a Financial Viability Assessment
Factors That Can Affect a Financial Viability Assessment Providing a financial viability assessment is one of the most important elements in evaluating new projects and investments. At Blackacre Surveyors, we know that the viability of a project and whether it is worth investing time and money in depends on the investment’s objectives. Objectives of investment […]
How Measured Building Surveys Enhance Real Estate Valuations
How Measured Building Surveys Enhance Real Estate Valuations When valuing property, whether for a purchaser, a seller, an investor, or a developer, it’s essential to have a precise and accurate picture of what you are buying. Our Measured Building Survey services at Blackacre Surveyors delivers those needs and more; its detailed and accurate information is […]
Common Issues Found in Listed Building Surveys
Common Issues Found in Listed Building Surveys Listed buildings are unique pieces of history, full of charm and character. However, owning one can come with many challenges, especially when it comes to upkeep. Conducting a listed building survey is an essential step for anyone looking to buy or restore these historical properties. At Blackacre Surveyors, […]
Prime Central London (PCL) Building Surveys
Prime Central London (PCL) Building Surveys Blackacre regularly assist high net worth clients with their property acquisitions within central London. We provide pre-purchase surveys for high end Prime Central London flats, maisonettes and houses, offering an additional service of client care and walkarounds of the property. A superior level of care is often required than […]
A Guide to Right to Light Laws
A Guide to Right to Light Laws If you’re considering building anything new, whether an extension to your home or a commercial development, it’s important to check that you have the legal clearance to do so. With approximately 50 laws governing everything from proximity to boundaries, building restrictions, and Party Walls, one of the most […]
Financial Viability Assessments Role in Planning Applications
Financial Viability Assessments Role in Planning Applications Delivering a property development project at the right cost is as important as its design, especially in the current high-pressure market. That’s why Financial Viability Assessments (FVAs) is a key service that we at Blackacre Surveyors provide to our clients, enabling them to make the right investment decisions […]
Secured Lending Valuations at Blackacre
Secured Lending Valuations at Blackacre Here at Blackacre we can assist our clients with secured lending valuations for a variety of asset types from residential to commercial properties. Our in house Chartered Surveyors and registered valuers have the skill, knowledge and experience to prepare standard valuations through to complex development appraisals. Whatever our client’s requirements […]
A recent Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Schedule
Our recent large scale PPM in London Blackacre were recently instructed to undertake a significant Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule in South-East London. The building was a large block of flats and our client was the property management company acting on behalf of the Freeholder. The inspection Our day started on site early conducting a […]