Residential property litigation covers a wide area of disputes relating to residential property. Common areas of dispute that lead to litigation include:
Landlords and tenant disputes over rent arrears, eviction, breaches of tenancy agreements, disputes over repairs and maintenance or other obligations of either party. Landlords may start court proceedings to recover unpaid rent or regain possession of their property, while tenants might seek legal recourse for issues such as unlawful eviction or failure to carry out necessary repairs.
Homeowner disputes with neighbours or other parties. This includes boundary and rights of way disputes or any disagreement concerning property development.
Disputes over property ownership, typically between cohabitees after a relationship breakdown, and which involves the sale of the property.
Nuisance claims that address noise or any other disturbances that interfere with the enjoyment of a property.
Building Disputes that relate to construction defects or breaches of building regulations and disputes concerning building projects.
Litigation through court proceedings aims to resolve these issues and protect the interests of parties involved, after negotiation or mediation has failed.