News & Views - 2019
The latest news, events and insights in the Wales property world
Upper Tribunal clarifies rating valuation of buildings undergoing redevelopment
The Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) has recently issued its decision in the case of Jackson (VO) v Canary Wharf Limited (2019) UK UT136 (LC). This was an appeal made by…
Cardiff Met adds to estates portfolio with £1.55m purchase
Cardiff Metropolitan University has acquired Alexander House in Llandaff, formerly occupied by Bellway Homes for £1.55m. The 15,000 sq ft building is close to its Llandaff campus and will house…
Agricultural Tenancy Reform could have far reaching consequences for landlords
Following recommendations put forward by the Tenancy Reform Industry Group (TRIG), The Welsh Government is running a consultation which seeks views on reforming and modernising agricultural tenancy regulations. Although the…
Architects draw up creative design hub in Womanby Street
Gaunt Francis Architects has relocated its Welsh design studios in Cardiff to fully occupy a refurbished five-storey office building in Womanby Street in the heart of the city centre. Kames…
Prolonged pain for retailers in ATM business rates battle
The long running dispute between retailers and the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) over business rates on ATM cash machines has been further prolonged.
British Airway’s maintenance HQ in Llantrisant sold
Cooke & Arkwright’s Investment agency team have advised on the sale of an office investment let to British Airways. Acting on behalf of Curzon Advisors, and with joint agents Cushman…