Useful Links - Commercial Real Estate
British Property Federation (BPF) - the voice of property
The British Property Federation is a membership organisation devoted to representing the interests of all those involved in property ownership and investment. They aim to create the conditions in which the commercial property industry can grow and thrive, for the benefit of their members and of the economy as a whole.
Charity Commission
Whatever their size or purpose, an essential requirement of all charities is that they operate for the public benefit and independently of government or commercial interests. It is the Charity Commiossions job to ensure this happens.
Code of Practice for Commercial Leases in England & Wales
The Code is intended to promote best practice in commercial lease negotiations and is aimed at being particularly useful to businesses seeking leases
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)
Defra' core purpose is to improve the current and future quality of life. For the first time one department has brought together the interests of farmers and the countryside; the environment and the rural economy; the food we eat, the air we breathe and the water we drink.
Environment Agency
The Environment Agency are the leading public body for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. It is their job to make sure that air, land and water are looked after by everyone in today`s society, so that tomorrow's generations inherit a cleaner, healthier world.
HM Revenue & Customs
Stamp Taxes are payable on land, property and shares. There are three main areas where Stamp Taxes may be payable and are dependant on the type of transaction: buying property/land, buying shares and leasing a property/land
Land Registry
The Land Registry undertook a massive task of computerising almost 18 million titles which was completed in 2002 and all registered titles are now fully computerised. This has enabled Land Registry to improve even further their service to customers. Access to the register by telephone and fax is available to their account customers.
Lands Tribunal
The Tribunal is an independent judicial body set up to resolve disputes concerning land. The Tribunal consists of a President, who is the judicial head, and legal and surveyor members.
Homes and Communities Agency (HCA)
The Homes and Communities Agency is the national Government agency that funds new affordable housing and regulates housing associations in England.
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