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Experts, arbitrators and rent reviews

By: Language: English Series: Solicitors` Journal ; 140(27) 12 July 1996, 682-683(2)Publication details: 1996Subject(s): Summary: Examines the situation that may arise when an arbitration agreement is not in force in a lease for the purpose of rent reviews. Illustrates through case law how the courts may rectify defective review mechanisms, treat the refusal of a landlord to apply for appointment of a surveyor, and whether an expert`s award is final and binding. Makes distinctions between the arbitrator`s and expert`s role.

Examines the situation that may arise when an arbitration agreement is not in force in a lease for the purpose of rent reviews. Illustrates through case law how the courts may rectify defective review mechanisms, treat the refusal of a landlord to apply for appointment of a surveyor, and whether an expert`s award is final and binding. Makes distinctions between the arbitrator`s and expert`s role.