On the point of contract exchange and we have received yet more queries from the purchaser's solicitor.
I live in tiny hamlet with a communal septic tank in an adjoining field which is owned by the local farmer.
The deeds show right of access for maintenance and repair subject to making good any damage to the land in the process. However there is no defined access route.
Contractors etc tend to use the shortest route from the lane to the tank which is close to edge of the field - 20 yards or so away. Been here 10 years and some neighbours over 20 years and it has never been an issue.
However I have been asked to provided 'satisfactory evidence' of a defined right of way and if not, pay for some form of insurance for the purchaser. I'm guessing some form of indemnity insurance probably with an annual cost?
I've spoken to other residents including someone who moved in recently and their solicitors did not request this.
Is it a reasonable request do you think?
Thanks
I live in tiny hamlet with a communal septic tank in an adjoining field which is owned by the local farmer.
The deeds show right of access for maintenance and repair subject to making good any damage to the land in the process. However there is no defined access route.
Contractors etc tend to use the shortest route from the lane to the tank which is close to edge of the field - 20 yards or so away. Been here 10 years and some neighbours over 20 years and it has never been an issue.
However I have been asked to provided 'satisfactory evidence' of a defined right of way and if not, pay for some form of insurance for the purchaser. I'm guessing some form of indemnity insurance probably with an annual cost?
I've spoken to other residents including someone who moved in recently and their solicitors did not request this.
Is it a reasonable request do you think?
Thanks