Log Cabin experiences in Ireland

IrishTonyO

Hi, I am considering getting a log cabin as my permanent residence, built 30 feet or so from the beach shore. So would need something that is durable and suitable for strong winds and livable all year round. Just wondering have any others got log cabins done in Ireland and what companies are good or what experiences they could share. I am totally new to this so would appreciate any help.

muffler

Moved to the main C & P forum

IrishTonyO

Has no one any feedback on this at all?

Davy

Been in a few of them that were kitted as full time residents. Seemed quite sturdy in all fairness. Wouldn't be very spacious if you were used to a decent house with kids running around. For 2 people it would be liveable.

IrishTonyO

Thanks Davy, not worried about the size as you can get them built any size you want, really wondering about quality etc. but thanks anyway

Davy

Well ye I thought as much, but they hadn't been fully lived in, the owners were just moving in so was all new to them too, sorry cant give you much more than that

IrishTonyO

No Worries,

thanks anyway

sydthebeat

IrishTonyO wrote: »

Thanks Davy, not worried about the size as you can get them built any size you want, really wondering about quality etc. but thanks anyway

from my experience.

The following issues arise regarding log cabins

1. planning
Planning seem to deem log cabins as only suitable for forestry and woodland areas. Beach side may not be acceptable to them.

2. Mortgage
If paying for one of these by means of a mortgage then issues arise as to compliance with building regulations. the financial institution will require the build 'signed off' by a third party engineer/ architect. If the structure has not been tested to prove compliance with IRISH building regulations then it will be very very hard get anyone to sign it off.

IrishTonyO

sydthebeat wrote: »

from my experience.

The following issues arise regarding log cabins

1. planning
Planning seem to deem log cabins as only suitable for forestry and woodland areas. Beach side may not be acceptable to them.

2. Mortgage
If paying for one of these by means of a mortgage then issues arise as to compliance with building regulations. the financial institution will require the build 'signed off' by a third party engineer/ architect. If the structure has not been tested to prove compliance with IRISH building regulations then it will be very very hard get anyone to sign it off.

Thanks sydthebeat,

The planning shouldn't be a problem as it will be replacing our old family summer hangout, which is made from wood and galavnise as it is. And shouldn't be getting a mortgage either. Reckon I will have to visit some companies and see some of their work. But thanks for the help.

Mellor

IrishTonyO wrote: »

The planning shouldn't be a problem as it will be replacing our old family summer hangout, which is made from wood and galavnise as it is.

I'm afraid that won't really be of benefit,

Just because the existing doesn't comply with guidelines, doesn't allow you to build a new one that doesn't comply.

IrishTonyO

the companies I have been looking at say they comply with current building regulations, but I suppose it is something I wil have to look into more carefully

sydthebeat

IrishTonyO wrote: »

the companies I have been looking at say they comply with current building regulations, but I suppose it is something I wil have to look into more carefully

as long as they are willing to provide acceptable certificates of compliance, or offer names of appropriate persons who will, then no problem.

IrishTonyO

Are there no exisiting owners of log cabins on boards at all?? Could really do with advice about suppliers etc.

Poor Uncle Tom

I have had 4 or 5 of them constructed to my designs, the last one was in 2005. Getting them made and built to the building regulations was no different to any other building. I did find that they were more expensive than 'nornal' construction though.

IrishTonyO

Poor Uncle Tom wrote: »

I have had 4 or 5 of them constructed to my designs, the last one was in 2005. Getting them made and built to the building regulations was no different to any other building. I did find that they were more expensive than 'nornal' construction though.

Thansk Uncle Tom, wonder could you let know what company(ies) you used.

meltdown01

We have planning permission for a log home in kildare. It was a long process as we do not live in a woodland. Patience paid out in the end. We are currently in negotiation with a cpmpany in estonia. Eastern european countries have been building these for thousands of years. Visiting estonian company in January to see reference site and factory.

IrishTonyO

Thanks meltdown,

wonder could you pm me the company website please.