Question 1
In 2010, Denzel purchased the registered freehold of Hollywood Farm situated in Kent. Denzel and his fiancé, Viola, both contributed equally to the deposit and live in Oscar Manor, the 4-bedroom farmhouse. Hollywood Farm also includes Sunshine Riding Stables and Apple Orchard.
Six months ago the following took place:
Denzel granted Latifa a 6-year lease of Sunshine Riding Stables by deed.
Denzel granted Priya the right to use a shortcut across Apple Orchard to access the local shops.
Denzel agreed that Ibrahim could purchase Hollywood Farm anytime over the next 5 years.
Viola went to America to shoot her next major film.
Last month Denzel sold Hollywood Farm for £1.5 million to Colin, who is now the registered owner. Colin told Latifa to leave Sunshine Riding Stables, and he has refused Priya permission to cross Apple Orchard.
Viola has returned and is shocked to find that Denzel has sold Hollywood Farm to Colin and that Colin has thrown out all of her belongings, which he noticed whilst he was inspecting Oscar Manor.
Viola wants what is “rightfully hers” and Ibrahim now wants to exercise his option to purchase. Colin has stated that he is not bound by Ibrahim’s option and owes Viola nothing.
Denzel has disappeared with the proceeds of the sale.
Advise Colin what rights, if any, the parties may have to Hollywood Farm.
