Crofting Legislation
Crofters Duties
Both tenant and owner-occupier crofters have duties they must comply with, by law. If crofters fail in these duties, then the Crofting Commission has the power to terminate a tenancy or require an owner to let their croft. In this short video, we explain the duties, and what crofters should do to remain within the law.
Assigning a Croft
Crofting regulation is made simpler in this short animated video, explaining assignation. Assignation is the term used to describe the transfer of a croft tenancy from a tenant crofter to another. For those no longer able to work their croft, its a way to pass on the croftland.
Decrofting
Crofting regulation is made simpler in this short animated video, explaining decrofting. Discover how to make an application and what to consider in terms of size, access to the rest of the croft, and completing the Crofting Register.
Letting a Croft
In this short video we explain why and how to let a croft, which differs from sublets and assignations. Owner occupier crofters, and landlords, might consider this method of keeping crofts worked and within legislation.
Creating an Apportionment
Considering applying for an apportionment on your Common Grazing? In this short video, we explain the application process and points to consider. Check out our other videos on decrofting, subletting, crofters duties, assignation and letting.
Subletting a Croft
Considering subletting your croft? In this short video, we explain the process and points to consider. Check out our other videos on decrofting, subletting, crofters duties, assignation and apportionment.
Crofting Oddities - What is a Deemed Croft?
Crofting Law provides a number of oddities that you wouldn't find in farming.
In this video, we interview David Findlay, a solicitor with the Crofting Commission about Deemed Crofts.
Crofting Oddities - Unknowingly being a landlord
Crofting Law provides a number of oddities that you wouldn't find in farming.
In this video, we interview David Findlay, a solicitor with the Crofting Commission about the intricacies of being a landlord or an owner-occupier crofter.
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