commonhold

British

/ ˈkɒmənˌhəʊld /

noun

a form of property tenure in which each flat in a multi-occupancy building is individually wholly owned and common areas are jointly owned

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While he acknowledged some reforms would take longer, Pennycook said he expected a new commonhold framework to be operating "well before the end of the Parliament", which is due to run until 2029.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The commonhold model is widely used across the world.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

However, it is not yet clear how existing leasehold properties will transition to the commonhold model.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

What is the difference between leasehold and commonhold?

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2025

Kasia said she would like more control over her service charges but the government's commonhold proposals were for new builds, so would not help her in her current situation.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2025

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