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JoeB
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Hi
I'm looking at renting a commercial property (an industrial warehouse type building), and the estate agent says that rates are not payable on the mezzanine level, as it's temporary.. which seems to mean it wasn't a part of the original building.. although it's very solid now, made with metal supports and a proper floor, and internal divisions upstairs, with offices, a canteen and some small rooms, and a staircase leading up.
Does anyone know if rates are calculated on sq. footage, or what?, and has anyone heard of this 'temporary mezzanine' thing?
Would it be correct to say that rates are nothing to do with the estate agent or the landlord, that rates are an issue between the tenant and the county council?
I see from another thread that tenants are liable for outstanding rates.. any thoughts? (I'm asking the landlord to imdemify me against this.. should I check with the council if rates are outstanding?, even if this tips my hand that I'm moving in)
Is it correct to say that rates are only payable from when the council discover you in the building?, and so would I be best in not contacting the council in order to avoid rates?, or should I just clear it all up from the start..
Any help or advice would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Joe
I'm looking at renting a commercial property (an industrial warehouse type building), and the estate agent says that rates are not payable on the mezzanine level, as it's temporary.. which seems to mean it wasn't a part of the original building.. although it's very solid now, made with metal supports and a proper floor, and internal divisions upstairs, with offices, a canteen and some small rooms, and a staircase leading up.
Does anyone know if rates are calculated on sq. footage, or what?, and has anyone heard of this 'temporary mezzanine' thing?
Would it be correct to say that rates are nothing to do with the estate agent or the landlord, that rates are an issue between the tenant and the county council?
I see from another thread that tenants are liable for outstanding rates.. any thoughts? (I'm asking the landlord to imdemify me against this.. should I check with the council if rates are outstanding?, even if this tips my hand that I'm moving in)
Is it correct to say that rates are only payable from when the council discover you in the building?, and so would I be best in not contacting the council in order to avoid rates?, or should I just clear it all up from the start..
Any help or advice would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Joe