ABSTRACT

A little book that's big on information, the Architect's Legal Pocket Book is the definitive reference on legal issues for architects and architectural students. This handy pocket guide covers key legal principles which will help you to quickly understand the law and where to go for further information.

Now in a fully updated new edition, this bestselling book covers a wide range of subjects focused on the UK including building legislation, negligence, liability, planning policy and development, listed buildings, party wall legislation, and rights of light. This edition also contains greater coverage of contracts including the RIBA contracts, dispute resolution and legal issues in professional practice.

Illustrated with clear diagrams and featuring key cases, this is an invaluable source of practical information and a comprehensive guide of the current law for architects. It is a book no architect should be without.

chapter 1|16 pages

Legal framework

chapter 2|34 pages

Legislation

chapter 4|48 pages

Land law

chapter 5|14 pages

The law of tort

chapter 6|18 pages

General principles of contract law

chapter 7|50 pages

Types of contract

chapter 8|42 pages

Contract administration

chapter 9|8 pages

Dispute resolution

chapter 10|28 pages

Liability and practice