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How long does the reservation last for?
We hold the reservation for an agreed period of time in which we ask you to try and sell your property. If you haven’t sold within that time the reservation will be reviewed and extended if necessary.
If the reservation is extended do I have to put more monies down?
No, as long as we feel the reservation is heading in the right direction we will hold the plot.
Do I need a solicitor to purchase a park home?
No, the only documentation we require from your solicitor is confirmation of exchange of contracts on your current property.
When purchasing a park home do searches need to be done?
No searches only need to be done on your current property.
Do I have to pay stamp duty when purchasing a park home?
It is not a requirement to pay stamp duty when purchasing a park home.
Is a BT phone point included within my park home?
No, we recommend that approximately 2 weeks before your completion date, you call BT, explain the situation and then they will come out on the completion date or shortly after to install the phone point, the infrastructure is already underneath the home and provided by ourselves.
Are there any park rules?
Yes, and park rules vary from park to park and should be studied before purchase. They are intended for the quiet enjoyment of the park for all residents and to ensure that the highest standards of care and maintenance are kept. The issues in the park rules are therefore in the best interest of all residents in maintaining their chosen environment.
Why is there a written agreement?
Whether you buy a new or a previously-occupied home, you will have an agreement under the Mobile Homes Act 1983. The agreement contains certain information which clearly defines residents’ rights. Part III contains the Implied Terms, which provide the residents; basic protection, including security of tenure and the resident’s right to sell ‘on site’ to a third party.
Is council tax payable on a park home?
Yes, generally the council tax charges tend to be band A, but we do recommend that customers check with the local council prior to completion.
How do I get the electricity and gas connected?
We take care of all that. Both the Electricity and Gas are metered to each home on the park and will be connected ready for the completion date.
Can I change the electricity and gas supplier?
On all parks Gas is metered directly to each home, so each customer is entitled to change to the supplier of their choice. Electricity supply varies from park to park with some being metered at the individual properties and others being metered at one central point. Feel free to check with us first.
Are there any on-site staff on the parks?
Yes, every park has maintenance staff that are on hand most days of the week to offer help. All of our parks have an allocated Area Manager who will visit the park at least once a week.
What does the Ground Rent cover?
Your ground rent covers the cost of park staff, maintenance staff and general maintenance including road repairs, street sweeping, landscape maintenance, litter picking and the street lights. It is however exclusive of water and sewerage charges and is payable on the first of each month by standing order mandate.
Who should I talk to about insurance?
Firstly, it is your responsibility to ensure that your home is insured from the day of completion onwards but don’t be worried, we will advise on this in due course. There are a number of specialist park home insurers, some of which are detailed on our links page for your assistance.
What service charges will I pay and how are they invoiced?
Water charges are generally billed directly from the supplier to Tingdene Parks Limited. Once we are in receipt of the bills we divide the total amounts by the number of homes on the park and invoice accordingly. This is usually done every six months. Sewerage charges are generally invoiced directly from the
service provider to each home on the park.
Is it ok to have sky television in my park home?
Yes, sky television on the parks is not a problem. We do request that if possible the dish is put to the rear of the home or out of sight of the park roads.
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