An analysis of the judgement of Regan vs Paul properties from 2006

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In October 2006 a landmark case forced an injunction onto a developer and meant the demolishment of part of his building. This sent shockwaves through the development community as the ruling meant that developers could no longer simply offer compensation to affected parties as a general rule. Rather careful consideration to adjoining properties has to be considered meaning that some developments may be further restricted from their original potential.

Using the original computer model from the developer’s surveyor, the rights of light assessment is measured against other methods of daylight assessment. With use of the average daylight factor formula and calculating daylight factor contours it is possible to get a better understanding of the quality of daylight within the room. Further analysis is then undertaken using local climate data in order to determine the daylight autonomy within the room. This in turn will help to establish whether Rights of Light is a reasonable measure of daylight within a room. Read more