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York Pavement Licence Renewals
Any pub, café, shop or restaurant with outside chairs and tables which is located in York can only operate these outside areas with a Pavement Licence issued by City of York Council.
Conveyancing Update: I’m purchasing a property, should I worry about the Land Registry delays?
There are currently long delays in registering properties with the Land Registry in England and Wales how will this affect you if you are purchasing an unregistered property?
Intestacy Rules change
The Government has announced an increased in the statutory legacy when someone has died without making a Will.
HMRC tax update: Trusts and Estates
New guidance has been issued by HMRC regarding the informal arrangements for the taxation of trusts and estates.
Changes to the requirements for Energy Performance Certificates
Changes to the requirements for Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) for private rental properties coming into place.
Change of Law for Bereaved Cohabitees with Dependent Children
Bereaved co-habitees with dependent children will now be eligible for additional financial support.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
We would like to wish our clients and contacts a very Happy New Year.
Christmas and New Year Office Hours
Our offices will close at 12 noon on Friday the 16th December for the afternoon and will re-open at 9am on Monday 19th December.
Mini Budget: Freezing of Inheritance Tax Thresholds until 2027-2028
During the Budget in November, the government announced the freezing of the Nil Rate Band (“NRB”) and Residence Nil Rate Band (“RNRB”) thresholds until 2027-2028
Additional HMO Licensing Requirements in York
Next year, York Council are bringing in additional HMO (Houses in Multiple Occupation) licensing requirements for landlords letting out residential properties in York.