Sale agreed on a second hand house and while it needs some upgrading, the surveyor pointed out that a lot of elements in the house seemed very adhoc and advised us to check planning info. Turns out pretty much anything the current owners did to improve the house over the years - multiple extensions/lean-to/attic conversions etc were unauthorised. Yet they did get retention for a lot of it a year or so ago, presumably getting it in order before putting the house on sale.
My question is, while they did get retention that doesn't necessarily mean the work has been done correctly and according to building regs? The house is habitable and all seems fine to the naked eye, but there are a few issues that the surveyor is unhappy with, missing roof supports/trusses etc.
Worried now that if someone couldn't be bothered going through the necessary planning process that they're inclined to cut corners in every way, and don't want to end up inheriting problems down the line.
Is there any way to tell whether or not these add-ons are kosher or could well end up being problematic? Or am I better off running a mile...
My question is, while they did get retention that doesn't necessarily mean the work has been done correctly and according to building regs? The house is habitable and all seems fine to the naked eye, but there are a few issues that the surveyor is unhappy with, missing roof supports/trusses etc.
Worried now that if someone couldn't be bothered going through the necessary planning process that they're inclined to cut corners in every way, and don't want to end up inheriting problems down the line.
Is there any way to tell whether or not these add-ons are kosher or could well end up being problematic? Or am I better off running a mile...
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