Retaining wall on street front of cross lease property

[olliestyles]

Hi team,

My one and only IP needs a revaluation to access the capital locked within. I believe a small retaining wall at the front of the property would add to the street appeal. My house is at the front with two others behind in a row. As this would also benefit the other cross lease owners (two other houses), I feel they should contribute. I am certain (though I could be wrong) that both will not be interested in contributing. Does anybody know where I stand legally?

Regards,
Ollie

[Neongreen]

From my interpretation of things, you can't force them to put in money if they don't want to. Especially since it's for YOUR gain.

[Fuzz]

First thing you need to check is the lease agreement for the cross lease, that should indicate for you the cost contribution ratios and when they apply. If you dont have the lease agreement you need to get it from the Land Registry Office.

[essence]

Work on the assumption that you're not going to get any money, that way you won't be disappointed!!

I don't believe you can make someone to pay to a fence that is only cosmetic and you'd be the only one reaping the benefits. It would be difference if it was a shared fence between neighbours.

[Ivan McIntosh]

I doubt you can compel them to pay for non-essential work, although it depends on the wording of your cross-lease.

Make a good valuation case to your neighbours and see how you go. Again, although it depends on the wording of the cross-lease, you will probably need their consent even to do the job at your own cost.

[olliestyles]

Thanks all for your replies