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Mr Shaw, I doubt a root and branch reform as you propose would have enough parliamentary time allowed for it for some years, if not decades (given how busy Parliament is likely to be for the next few years, let alone any general governmental reluctance).

An easier solution, while not comprehensive, is what the LS suggested: "evaluating private company freehold co-ownership schemes which have been seen as relatively viable models for limited scale residential developments." Where all (or, say, over 50%) of units in a new leasehold development are sold on long leases, there could be an obligation to transfer the freehold/superior leasehold to a company in which each unit has an equal share. It doesn't get round the rowing over costs, because of 'human behaviour' (although nothing likely would), but it's relatively easy to do, and is a tried and tested model.

The process of collective enfranchisement could also be made simpler, for developments/schemes predating such a reform.