Are there any rules and regulations about running a business from home? A relative has bought a building in the town centre and is using one part as his home while from the other he runs a busy office.
Thousands of people work from home without any regulations coming into play, although some title deeds prevent the operation of a business from the property, and mortgage lenders should be informed. Generally speaking, planning permission becomes necessary only where the business is noisy and attracts large numbers of visitors, or where major modifications to the premises are required.