Right to Light Disputes

Disputes concerning right to light can be highly complex, and there remains confusion as to the correct rules and regulations regarding this area of law. This is why it is so important you have a dedicated, experienced legal team in your corner, providing the guidance you need to ensure a stress-free process.

At Blackstone Solicitors, we will take on your right to light case, leaving no stone unturned to help you get the outcome you are after. Starting your case with us could not be easier, simply call us on 0161 929 0121 or complete our online enquiry form and you will be able to speak to a member of our team and discuss your situation and the next steps to take.

What is a right to light?

A legal right to light is ensured by the Prescription Act 1832. More than half of a room should receive natural light if it is within a residential home or a commercial property, and any person who has enjoyed uninterrupted light through an opening for over 20 years has a right to light – although there are certain criteria that need to be met. These include that the light has been enjoyed:

Without specific content
Openly
Without threat
Without interruption

It is not impossible, however, for a newer building – one that does not adhere to the 20-year limit – to qualify for rights of light, as there are other ways of obtaining them, including by:

Express grant
Implied grant

If a development infringes on a neighbour’s right to light, this could lead to a dispute. As part of this dispute, the neighbour could seek a court injunction in an effort to have the development cut back, ensuring the light to the premises is maintained. In some instances, however, the most appropriate solution can involve compensation. A right to light claim can be brought if just one room is impacted by a development.

How we can help

The team at Blackstone is well versed in helping those involved in right to light claims. We can guide you through the whole process, from beginning to end, providing the advice and representation you need to be successful.

If you have any questions about this often complicated area of law, do not hesitate to get in touch and we can speak about your situation.