Buying Land With An Existing House On It

Existing House on Site:

  • An existing house on a site can be crucial for securing planning permission on what would otherwise be a greenfield site.
  • Planners may require you to retain and incorporate the existing structure into your plans.
  • This option is often more expensive than demolishing and starting anew, with conservation issues also needing consideration.

Half-Completed Houses:

  • Less common than in the past but still worth considering.
  • If the house is severely damaged or lacks adequate insulation, it may be more practical to demolish and rebuild.
  • Builders generally prefer working on new builds rather than existing structures, potentially adding a risk premium to the price for renovation projects.
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