Rights of Light: The Modern Law 3rd Edition

Author: Stephen Bickford-Smith; Andrew Francis; Tom Weekes
Publisher: LexisNexis U.K.
ISBN: 9781846618635

Previous Edition ISBN: 9781846610240
Published In: January 2015
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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This new edition of the popular work, written by a team of specialists, takes into account developments in law and practice, gives targeted coverage of rights of light, combining an explanation of legal framework with practical commentary about procedure and remedies, and contains contributions from surveyors on measuring and valuing loss of light.

Rights of light are a distinctive and complex branch of the law of easements. When advising on property developments it is essential that practitioners have a clear grasp of the legal principles and their practical application.

This work is suitable for solicitors and barristers specialising in property and planning law. It is also suitable for surveyors, architects and planners.

The Property Law Context

Rights of Light Defined and Contrasted

Extent of Rights of Light

Buildings and Structures Capable of Enjoying Rights of Light

Acquisition of Rights of Light I – By Acts of the Parties

Acquisition of Rights of Light II – By Prescription

Acquisition of Rights of Light III – Prevention of Acquisition

Extinguishment of Rights of Light

Deeds Regulating Rights of Light

Proceedings for Infringement of Rights of Light I –Causes of Action, Parties, Limitation and Venue

Remedies I – Injunctions and Damages in Substitution or in Addition to Injunctions

Remedies II – Damages: Various Matters (To cover remoteness, foreseeability, loss due to Claimant’s impecuniosity, recovery on behalf of third parties, claims by reversioners, successive claims, interest and taxation)

Remedies III – Declaratory Relief, Abatement, and Land Registry Adjudication

Measurement and Valuation of Light

Rights of Light and Planning Law

Conveyancing Issues which Affect Rights of Light

Human Rights Issues in Rights of Light Law

Insurance Against Rights of Light Claims

The High Hedges Legislation

Appendices