Section 20 Notices

Section 20 Notices are formal communications sent by leaseholders of a building to the freeholder or landlord, requesting contributions towards shared costs of maintaining or repairing the building, such as roofing or communal areas. These notices are part of the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 in the UK, enabling leaseholders to collectively fund and manage certain works. The notice details the work needed and the estimated cost, and the landlord then has a legal obligation to contribute or agree on how expenses are shared, facilitating transparent and cooperative building management.