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HABITABLE

If you have been a part of the real estate industry for a while now, you might have seen how agents and attorneys use the term ‘habitable’ when evaluating a particular property. This word means the same thing it does in the English dictionary, helping the clients know if the property they are about to buy is safe for settling purposes. However, many believe that settling only means living there, but that is not it. You will also have to check if the conditions of the house permit you to sleep, eat and has all the facilities that further ensure you lead a comfortable life. Nevertheless, for people who are not well-versed with the term, understanding the definitions mentioned below can help.

Definition

I. Habitable in the real industry means the same thing as it does in the literal sense. It is any enclosed floor or room that has all the necessary facilities like electricity and ventilation, and is proper enough for sleeping, living and eating purposes. It should also have amenities like hallways, closets, bathrooms but does not include garages, unfinished basements or attics.

II. Habitable is essentially a safe and suitable living space that has enough room and all amenities required to lead a healthy life. It offer protection from all health threats and other outside elements and provides physical safety to the resident. It should also be a structurally sound place.

Use of Habitable in Real Estate

There are many reasons why you would want to ensure that you have a habitable building than otherwise. Here are some uses of making sure you own a habitable.

1. Safe place to live:

Firstly, it will mean that you are living in a safe place. It is structurally sound and will ensure that you are safe from all elements of the environment.

2. Convenient living:

A habitable will always have all the necessary amenities that ensure you have a convenient and easy living. This will include hallways, bathrooms, proper ventilation and electrical support. All of these are very important in today’s day and age and a habitable building will come with such features.

3. Healthy living:

Lastly, since you are living in an enclosed space and are safe from all ailments of the environment you can rest assured that you will e safe from all and any kind of health threats. You will be living in a sanitary place.

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