There is now a petition on the Government website asking for the introduction of more rigorous legislation to try to restrict the number of extra basements being dug in our cities. If you agree please click on the link and don't forget to validate your vote when the website sends you a confirmation email.
You can view the e-petition at: http://epetitions.direct.gov.
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3 comments:
Not trying to be argumentative by asking this - here in Canada most houses have basements. Why is it a problem if your neighbour makes one?
Here in UK most houses don't have a basement - I'm not sure of the construction method, something to do with little columns of bricks...
Anyway, in London especially, where the ground is "London clay", the disturbance of digging is feared to cause shifting that can have a very bad impact on neighbouring structures.
There's a lot of fear about, and some definite guidance on this would be useful!
ah yes, that makes sense then! Now I understand your concern. Thanks for explaining.
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