Compensation for interference with mining and minerals rights
What can the owner of mining and mineral rights do if their mineral rights are…
August 15, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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New planning guidance increases approval chance for barn conversions
South West property owners planning barn conversions now have a better chance for approval from…
July 25, 2019 By Chris Tofts
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Clarity on “trigger events” after councils town and village green appeal is rejected
This week the Court of appeal reviewed whether planning strategy policies are trigger events that…
May 24, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Flooding and erosion – who is responsible?
Flooding has hit the headlines again recently with the launch of the Environment Agency’s “Draft…
May 21, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Annoyance covenants: can this extend to interference with a view?
It is usual for land owners to be bound by restrictive covenants prohibiting them from…
May 21, 2019 By Ben Jones
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Running a boatyard? Don’t fall foul of water pollution laws
The day-to-day running of busy boatyards can make it hard to keep track of everything…
May 21, 2019 By Chris Tofts
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Multi-council deal supported by Stephens Scown’s corporate team
Stephens Scown’s corporate team has recently advised on a significant transaction for CORSERV, which involved…
May 8, 2019 By Stephens Scown
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Builders and consultants take heed – the Defective Premises Act applies to you!
If you are a builder or professional involved in the construction of new houses then…
March 14, 2019 By Sian Barrett
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Properties next to water – Riparian rights and liabilities
Having access to water can be a very valuable right, whether that is to use…
February 20, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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‘True’ Conditions Precedent – has my permission been lawfully implemented?
A recent case acts as a useful reminder that planning conditions which seek to prevent…
February 4, 2019 By Chris Tofts
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Complex new planning rules for developers in Cornwall
A Cornish law firm has been flooded with enquiries from developers since the introduction of…
January 29, 2019 By Stephens Scown
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Major change to planning laws in Cornwall coming in January
Cornwall will start charging the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) from 1st January 2019. The looming…
December 20, 2018 By Sarah-Jane Williams