Rights of Light: The Modern Law 4th ed

Name: Rights of Light: The Modern Law 4th ed
Brand: LexisNexis U.K.
SKU: 9781784734299
Price: 1615.90 HKD
Availability: PreOrder
Author: Stephen Bickford-Smith; Andrew Francis; Tom Weekes
ISBN: 9781784734299

Edited by Stephen Bickford-Smith · Andrew Francis · Tom Weekes

Coming Soon LexisNexis U.K. Available September 2026

Specifications

ISBN-13: 9781784734299
Publisher: LexisNexis U.K.
Publication: September 2026
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

Details

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.

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