The Building Safety Act (BSA) came into force in 2022 to address safety concerns in relation to residential high-rise buildings. This new legislation is complex and covers a range of significant matters. It is safe to say that all parties involved in Block Management will have been impacted by this legislation and familiarity with the requirements of the Act is essential for any Block Manager.
As the case law surrounding this new Act emerges, Scott Cohen is actively involved with advisory and litigation services to assist clients affected by this legislation, including the following matters:
- Advice upon the impact of the Act on Service Charge Recovery and billing.
- Understanding the requirements of the Landlord Certificate and when to issue one.
- Evaluation of the costs which fall under the heading of Relevant Works.
- Clarification of the implications of Costs Recovery for Managers.
- Using the Act to assist with Recovery of contributions from Third Parties.
- Understanding the effect of the Act upon Managers who share management with other parties and the impact on the Accountable persons.
- Assistance with the steps to take in response to an Application for a Remediation Order.
- Assistance with proceedings for Remediation Contribution Orders.
- The conduct of First Tier Tribunal (FTT) proceedings arising under the Building Safety Act including challenges to Service Charges arising from the Act.
Scott Cohen is able to assist with cost-effective services to navigate the various areas in which the Building Safety Act has impacted on the Block Management Industry.
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