Heat Recovery Systems and Open Fires
We are in the process a new build project. We have an open plan space and really want an open fire. I under there is an issue with having a heat recovery system in these circumstances. Does anyone know if it is possible to have a heat recovery system with an open fire? Many thanks.
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What council tax band will my self build be in?
Hi there, I’m planning to build a home, I would like to get an idea of how much council tax I will eventually have to pay once it is completed. I can’t seem to find much information on the web about how council tax bands are decided on new builds. Do I take it into […]
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Temporary accommodation on a site with tricky access
We are hoping to add a first floor to our bungalow, but need somewhere to live with our two children while the work is taking place. A static caravan would be a perfect solution to avoid the cost of renting a flat, but with an 8ft (approx) wide driveway and trees surrounding the plot, access […]
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What consistency should tile adhesive and grout be?
I’ve been planning on doing up my bathroom, and have decided to DIY tiling for the floor and a few of the walls. However, nowhere that I have seen in the abyss of the internet is a decent enough description on what kind of consistency tile adhesive and grout should be. Any help on this […]
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What constitutes new build vs rebuild
I have an old bungalow on a site with excellent views. I want to build an extra floor. I get that demolishing and starting again means that the VAT is either not payable or can be reclaimed. But what if i want to use the existing groundworks and foundations. Do i have to rip them […]
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New 106 Rules
Hi I am in Hart council area and currently have planning in for a 3 bed self build. What i cannot see from the ruling is if this is for a single self build? The decision is due on the 19th Sep. Is it all councils now or just the claimants? Once the application was […]
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