Commercial Lease Registration Requirements

Summary

In England, a commercial lease is enforceable without registration if it is for less than seven years. For leases exceeding seven years, registration with the Land Registry is necessary to ensure enforceability and protect the leasehold interest. The case Coatsworth v Johnson (1886) highlights that equitable rights may not be enforced if the lease is not registered. Unregistered leases over seven years may face legal challenges. Consider consulting a solicitor for advice on lease registration.

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In England, for a commercial lease with a term of more than seven years, it must be registered with the Land Registry to be enforceable and to protect your leasehold interest. Unregistered leases exceeding seven years may face enforceability issues.
Have you consulted with a solicitor regarding the registration of your lease?
Any case law
In England, you might find the case "Coatsworth v Johnson (*) * LT *" relevant. This case establishes that equitable rights may not be enforced if the lease is not properly registered. This can affect enforceability and the ability to obtain certain legal protections.
Have you faced any specific issues or disputes due to the lack of registration?