What can lead to a leaseholder losing their rights under a lease?

Non-payment of ground rent or service charges is a critical issue that can lead to a leaseholder losing their rights under a lease. When leaseholders sign a lease agreement, they typically agree to pay certain obligations, including ground rent and service charges. These payments are essential for covering the costs of maintaining the property, amenities, and other communal services.

Failure to meet these financial obligations can result in serious consequences, including the potential for the landlord to take legal action. In some cases, persistent non-payment can lead to forfeiture of the lease, meaning the leaseholder may lose not only their right to occupy the property but also any equity they may have built during their tenure.

While there are other actions (like failing to maintain the interior of the unit, renting it out without permission, or refusing to attend landlord meetings) that may cause issues within a leaseholder’s relationship with the landlord or property management, they typically do not result in the outright loss of rights as directly and severely as non-payment of charges does. Therefore, ensuring timely payments is crucial for leaseholders to maintain their lease rights.