Originally posted by WTFH
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Leeway with 'wholly and exclusively for business use' regarding furniture?
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Originally posted by d000hg View PostCan you define "little shed?" This meets that description and I can put it in my garden, sling a cable to it, take it with me when I move: https://www.tuin.co.uk/Shepherd-Hut.html. I could also negotiate to sell it to the new owners for likely a fraction of the original price. These things have limited lifespans.
I already mentioned the distinction between temporary structure and an extension as well. What if I buy a static caravan as my home office. Clearly this is an asset I can sell later, so where IS the line drawn?
Also, if you're going for a Shepherd's Hut, get one that will also more than 2 years.
https://www.englishshepherdshut.co.uk/classicLeave a comment:
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Originally posted by d000hg View PostCan you define "little shed?" This meets that description and I can put it in my garden, sling a cable to it, take it with me when I move: https://www.tuin.co.uk/Shepherd-Hut.html. I could also negotiate to sell it to the new owners for likely a fraction of the original price. These things have limited lifespans.
I already mentioned the distinction between temporary structure and an extension as well. What if I buy a static caravan as my home office. Clearly this is an asset I can sell later, so where IS the line drawn?Leave a comment:
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Originally posted by WTFH View Post
Does having a garden office (not just an outside toilet or "little shed"), with electricity and internet connection affect the value of a property?
I already mentioned the distinction between temporary structure and an extension as well. What if I buy a static caravan as my home office. Clearly this is an asset I can sell later, so where IS the line drawn?Leave a comment:
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Originally posted by TheCyclingProgrammer View Post. I would advise you approach your council for advice and maybe seek a certificate of lawful development. I got one for mine, it cost £80..
Very easy process though - I did it all myself and just got a certificate through no dramaLeave a comment:
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Originally posted by eek View Post
4 by 5 = 20sq m
15m x 24m = 360sq m
you sure your maths is right
a bigger question would be does that size of garden actually contain as a garden in which you have permitted development rights.
also Council tax won’t change until you come to sell ~ this is basic stuff that a few seconf]do on Google will provide details of
Appreciate the info and it's clear i don't know enough at this stageLeave a comment:
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Originally posted by TheCyclingProgrammer View PostOn the subject of planning, even if you have permitted development rights you need to be aware of the size requirements for outbuildings. For PD to apply you also need to show that the building’s use is “incidental to the enjoyment of the main dwelling house”.
A garden office that has no employees or clients visiting and is only used for clerical work should fulfil this criterion but different councils have different views on outbuildings used for business purposes. I would advise you approach your council for advice and maybe seek a certificate of lawful development. I got one for mine, it cost £80.
There are also limits on the size and positioning of the building to ensure it remains exempt from building regulations as a lot of off the shelf garden offices will not meet building regs.
Will go through planning
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On the subject of planning, even if you have permitted development rights you need to be aware of the size requirements for outbuildings. For PD to apply you also need to show that the building’s use is “incidental to the enjoyment of the main dwelling house”.
A garden office that has no employees or clients visiting and is only used for clerical work should fulfil this criterion but different councils have different views on outbuildings used for business purposes. I would advise you approach your council for advice and maybe seek a certificate of lawful development. I got one for mine, it cost £80.
There are also limits on the size and positioning of the building to ensure it remains exempt from building regulations as a lot of off the shelf garden offices will not meet building regs.Leave a comment:
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Originally posted by WTFH View Post
25k inc VAT for a building that takes up 1/4 of your garden. Do you have an architect lined up, or are you buying from Sheds-R-Us?
15m x 24m = 360sq m
you sure your maths is right
a bigger question would be does that size of garden actually contain as a garden in which you have permitted development rights.
also Council tax won’t change until you come to sell ~ this is basic stuff that a few seconf]do on Google will provide details ofLeave a comment:
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Originally posted by looonytunes View Post
15m (w) x 24m(l)
They are a great bunch of lads.
I own it
No restrictions as far as I'm aware
Insurance yes they would but it may change my council tax band and push the insurance up
Budget 20k
Single story, 4m depth x 5m width
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