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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Morning, Yes exactly. Hence all the processes I have followed with regards to my own research, this public forum and a solicitor. The risk is on us for sure, however as the primary business of the neighbour is a garden centre/supermarket with offering of a free to enter cafe/cooked food. We...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Unfortunately not. As the other business owner sees coffee as competition, so even a vending machine would still be challenged by them. My solicitor has advised me again today on the best "marketing" strategy to strengthen our position IF they were to come at us. So to further this post...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    This is the EXACT wording on the legal document within the title deeds: "The transferee hereby covenants and so as to bind the land hereby transfereed and for the benefit of the red land on the plan annexed hereto neither the Transferee nor its successors in title tenants or occupiers for the...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Good afternoon, Yes this is what we had implied also. However since meeting the solicitor the Legal Document they have from the title deeds doesn't specify the wording "as of the date herof" The document I had been produced was more of a "request" rather than any legal clout. Therefore the...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Exactly. You never know how my "process" may help others in the future. Thank you for defending :)
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    This is exactly what we did first. The meeting was very hostile and aggressive from them accusing my plans of making them go bankrupt. It was during this meeting that they said go ahead and we will seek legal action against you under the existing covenant. This is why I ten seeked legal...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    UPDATE: For those who wanted to follow along. After more than 2+ hours with a solicitor regarding the issue we have some clarity but still in the same situation. Ultimately this is the outcome: Is there a 21 year old covenant on the land that they "could" enforce - YES If they did then they...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Thank you for this response. Completely agree. And yes I have been using it as it's the received terminology. Therefore your post seems highly likely. Taking this knowledge forward I will seek guidance from a solicitor and continue to progress. I will keep those who are interested updated...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Thanks for understanding. This is exactly my argument/predicament. I do not see how it can be classed as a "conflict" other than the offering of Tea, Coffee, Paninis etc. Yes on paper a Cafe is a Cafe but one is a pay to enter the other is an afterthought in the attic which doesn't have a form...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Cut a long story short. The land was always sub divided. The freeholder of the majority downsized to the smaller unit. When the smaller unit because the majority land owner they put their "i now have leverage" pants on and put the above clause in. It's word for word and as you see it is very...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Thank you for your input. From my understanding, they are covenants of the land, hence why they would persue it. I have re-read the document multiple times and every time I see it somewhat differently. It seems so very grey that it could end up being a table tennis match. One of which the only...
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    Being "threatened" with legal action if I occupy a sub let property. (pre legal advice)

    Good evening everyone, Thank you for your attention. I'm currently facing a situation that I plan to seek legal advice on, but I also want to open it up for discussion and debate. Here's the scenario: We've agreed to rent a portion of an existing property to establish a small family...
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    Expanding by buying an existing business/competitor

    I understand. Not so much a circular feel but more of a cylindrical learning. I like to ask questions digest and maybe go back and ask more. I would rather be thorough and respectful to everyone offering advice and assistance. So this is the method I use to digest valuable information and...
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    Expanding by buying an existing business/competitor

    I appreciate this, thanks. So despite us having a good relationship with the locals, great reputation and product what your suggesting is, despite us potentially purchasing, closing for 2-4 weeks. Renovating and rebranding it would still be “tainted”? Thanks
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    Expanding by buying an existing business/competitor

    So I’ve had some time to digest/contemplate this. Yes ideally I want the lease however… The current unit I’m in is due to be demolished in circa 12 months time. Whilst building works are going on I have no premise for what the landlord is saying around 9-12 months plus any fit out. So on...
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