Utility supplies are basic services needed to keep a property comfortable and functional, such as electricity and water supply.

These are commonly referred to as your monthly bills. Depending on how they are provided, they may require maintenance, incur additional repair costs, and affect mortgage and insurance availability.

Risks

Risks such as flooding, coastal erosion or mining may impact the cost of a building, maintenance and repair charges, contents insurance and mortgage availability.

Restrictions

Other restrictions may apply when using or developing a property. These could include:

• No caravans / boats / commercial vehicles parked on the driveway.
• No barbecues on the balcony.
• The front door must be painted black.
• Needing a neighbour's permission to carry out work on a party wall.

Other restrictions may apply when using or developing a property. These could include:

• No caravans / boats / commercial vehicles parked on the driveway.
• No barbecues on the balcony.
• The front door must be painted black.
• Needing a neighbour’s permission to carry out work on a party wall.