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Year After LAFRA: Leasehold Confusion Persists Amid Delays

10/22/2025

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A year after the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act (LAFRA) was enacted, confusion and delays persist for leaseholders and freeholders.
The Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP) reports many provisions remain unimplemented due to legal challenges and complex requirements.
A recent conference highlighted reform needs, with discussions on shifting to commonhold and the role of AI, and ALEP aims to facilitate stakeholder dialogue.

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Story summary

A year after the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act (LAFRA) was enacted, confusion and delays persist for leaseholders and freeholders.
The Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP) reports many provisions remain unimplemented due to legal challenges and complex requirements.
A recent conference highlighted reform needs, with discussions on shifting to commonhold and the role of AI, and ALEP aims to facilitate stakeholder dialogue.