We are purchasing a rural property with 80sq minor dwelling. This was originally a garage with consent (1970's). Since then it has been converted to a minor dwelling. We assume this was pre 1992. It has a code of compliance for gas and electrical. But no permit for use as a minor dwelling.
I orginally contacted council and insurance who advised it was ok as it was pre-1992. Have since had a conversation with another planner who said it is not permitted.
The council info says "it is not necessary to do anything about this work" ... I assume this means the building work ... but what about its use as a minor dwelling... were there permits for minor dwellings pre-1992. If not does that mean we can use as minor dwelling still?
If the works were carried out before 1992 - does that mean it can be used as a granny flat?
Can we insure the building?
Can we insure the contents?
any info appreciated ... not much fun having this contradictory info given by council at 4:30pm on a Friday... have got to wait til Monday to ask more questions....
I orginally contacted council and insurance who advised it was ok as it was pre-1992. Have since had a conversation with another planner who said it is not permitted.
The council info says "it is not necessary to do anything about this work" ... I assume this means the building work ... but what about its use as a minor dwelling... were there permits for minor dwellings pre-1992. If not does that mean we can use as minor dwelling still?
If the works were carried out before 1992 - does that mean it can be used as a granny flat?
Can we insure the building?
Can we insure the contents?
any info appreciated ... not much fun having this contradictory info given by council at 4:30pm on a Friday... have got to wait til Monday to ask more questions....
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