5(1)Subject to sub-paragraph (3), this paragraph applies to any unit [F1falling within sub-paragraph (1A)] which is not immediately before the appropriate time a flat let to a person who is a qualifying tenant of it.E+W
[F2(1A)A unit falls within this sub-paragraph if—
(a)the freehold of the whole of it is owned by the same person, and
(b)it is contained in the specified premises.]
(2)Where this paragraph applies, the nominee purchaser shall, if the freeholder by notice requires him to do so, grant to the freeholder a lease of the unit in accordance with section 36 and paragraph 7 below.
(3)This paragraph does not apply to a flat or other unit to which paragraph 2 or 3 applies.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 9 para. 5(1) substituted (1.10.1996) by 1996 c. 52, s. 107, Sch. 10 para. 20(5); S.I. 1996/2212, art. 2(2) (with savings in Sch.)
F2Sch. 9 para. 5(1A) inserted (1.10.1996) by 1996 c. 52, s. 107, Sch. 10 para. 20(5); S.I. 1996/2212, art. 2(2) (with savings in Sch.)