Enfranchisement

Enfranchisement is the process by which leaseholders may acquire the freehold of their property, either collectively, or individually in relation to a leasehold house. The process can involve complex legal and procedural issues, particularly where statutory notices and competing interests are involved.

Recent leasehold reforms and proposed changes to enfranchisement legislation continue to reshape the landscape, creating new considerations for both leaseholders and landlords.

PDC Conveyancing has extensive experience advising freeholders and leaseholders on enfranchisement matters, from straightforward acquisitions to complex and contested claims. Our team assists throughout the enfranchisement process, including eligibility assessments, service and review of statutory notices, negotiations, representation on contested claims before the Tribunal or County court, completion, and registration at HM Land Registry.

We advise on all aspects of enfranchisement, including house enfranchisement, collective enfranchisement and both statutory and voluntary freehold acquisitions. Whether acting for leaseholders seeking to acquire a freehold interest or landlords responding to and managing enfranchisement claims, we provide practical and commercially focused advice tailored to each client’s objectives.

For enquiries relating to enfranchisement claims please contact the team at info@pdcconveyancing.co.uk.