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neverdespairgirl wrote: »In the UK, the prevailing winds are westerly / south-westerly.
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I wouldn't buy near a pylon. I can't justify this logically, I just wouldn't. And that, dear OP, is why you shouldn't either.0
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Beatrice78 wrote: »the pylon is not actually in the garden and the power lines do not go directly over the house, however they are close enoughPersonally I don't like the look of the things, they spoil the view.
I'm the same as Keith969, I have little concern over the health issue but the sight of an ugly pylon/power-line so close would be a deal breaker for me.
As a BTL affected by a pylon I would adjust your calculations; assume void periods will be longer than usual and you may have to offer slightly cheaper rents than properties further away from the pylon. Ultimately this is a business decision so if the calculations still make sense then go for it.
Presumably all the surrounding properties are occupied? If so and the residents are similar to your target market then you have some confidence that aversion to pylons is not a deal breaker for everyone.Every generation blames the one before...
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