No, the shed itself won’t automatically stop you from selling your house, especially if it’s been there for over 20 to 30 years. However, there are a few important things to check because it could create issues if not properly handled:
Title and survey check:
You’ll need to verify if the shed is built within your boundary. If it slightly crosses into someone else’s land, it can complicate the sale.
If you haven’t already, it’s smart to get an updated surveyor’s identification report (commonly called a Surveyor’s ID Report in Jamaica) to confirm everything is correct on paper.
Building approvals:
Technically, any permanent structure (block and steel sheds included) should have had approval from the local parish council (now called the Municipal Corporation).
Since the shed is over 30 years old, and assuming there have been no disputes, it’s unlikely that authorities would demand removal — but a buyer’s lawyer might still ask about approvals during the sale process.
Buyer perception:
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