Urban regeneration is a vital process in revitalising neglected areas, breathing new life into communities, and preventing urban blight. Among the many strategies employed to rejuvenate cities, property guardianship has emerged as a unique and increasingly popular approach. By placing responsible guardians in vacant properties, Blue Door Property Guardianship not only secures these buildings but also contributes significantly to the regeneration of urban areas.
Blue Door Property guardianship offers a unique and affordable living arrangement, making it an increasingly popular option for those looking to save on rent while enjoying the flexibility of a short-term tenancy. But when is the best time to dive into the world of property guardianship?
The answer is August.
This month presents several unique advantages for prospective guardians, from dodging the frantic September housing rush to securing great locations and enjoying the last stretch of summer in a new space. Here’s why August is the ideal time to become a Blue Door Property Guardian.
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, the summer season brings both joy and challenges, especially for Blue Door Property Guardians. Living in diverse properties that sometimes lack modern amenities can present unique hurdles in maintaining comfort during the warmer months. However, with a few savvy strategies, you can beat the heat and enjoy a pleasant, cool living space. Here’s how to maximize comfort and keep cool as a Blue Door Property Guardian this summer.
As the days grow longer and the warmth of late spring and early summer settles in, there's a unique energy in the air—a perfect backdrop for community building and networking among Blue Door Property Guardians. Living as a property guardian offers a distinctive lifestyle, and with it, the opportunity to create a close-knit community. Here’s how to make the most of this vibrant season with social events and networking activities designed to bring Blue Door Property Guardians together.
All properties are vulnerable to crime and anti-social behaviour, but vacant properties find themselves particularly at risk. The good news is that there are a few easy things you can do the keep your vacant property safe, such as installing motion-sensor floodlights and secure fencing. However, one of the most effective ways to protect your vacant property from anti-social behaviour is with on-site, 24 hours a day property guardians. In this article, we find out why.
Vacant properties protected with the property guardian scheme normally pay council tax instead of business rates. Helping the property owner make valuable savings while the property is vacant. However, every property is different and, occasionally, there is some ambiguity over whether council tax or business rates should apply to a property guardian protected property. As local councils judge each property on a case-by-case, we've put together a blog post with advice for commercial landlords regarding the council tax v. business rates conversation. Keep reading to find out more.
According to recent research, there are at least 341,419 empty properties across Great Britain that have been vacant for at least 6 months. For context, that is a shocking total of 10.6 empty properties in every thousand - with a total value of £10.5 billion. Greater London accounts for a large proportion of this number, with 24,677 long-term vacant properties in the capital alone. While there is no quick fix to solve the London vacant property crisis, Property Guardianship is a flexible vacant property guardian security solution that puts the needs of the landlord and the community side by side.
