Statutory powers of survey under Housing and Planning Act 2016
David Richardson analyses a recent case on statutory powers of survey under the Housing and Planning Act 2016 and sets out some important takeaways for acquiring authorities.
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Statutory powers of survey under Housing and Planning Act 2016
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