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How things work, and how to do them.
Choosing premises
Made once and lived with for years. Businesses routinely choose on rent per square metre, which is the least important factor in whether the premises work.
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Not a residential one, and most of the protections a tenant might expect do not apply. Usually the largest fixed commitment a small business makes.
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What this obliges you to do
Requirements that attach to operating in premises and leases.
Register with the Compensation Fund
Workplace injury cover, and the letter of good standing customers ask for.
Compensation Fundannual return of earningsMunicipal business licence
Required for food, health and body treatments, and public entertainment.
your municipalityonce, then renewalZoning consent
The property must be zoned for what you intend to do on it.
your municipalityonceSignage approval
Almost all outdoor signage needs approval, including vehicle branding in some cases.
your municipalityonce per signCIDB registration and grading
Required for construction work for the state. The grade caps what you may bid for.
CIDBperiodic renewalCertificate of compliance
For electrical installations, including backup power. Your insurer may ask for it.
registered electricianon installation
A general description, not legal advice — requirements and thresholds change. Confirm the current position with the authority named.
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- InsuranceMoney · 5
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What they offer
Services in this section, and how many businesses offer each.
Who does this in Durban
Verified businesses first, then the best rated.
Connect Space Edgecombe
Serviced offices and virtual offices from Connect Space
Dallas Dahms Photography
I specialise in property photography for Airbnb, Real Estate and home improvement businesses. I also offer…
Faithful Cleaning Services
cleaning services tp our customers by working diligently and maintaining high standards of professionalism.…
Flexible Workspace
Flexible Workspace is a provider of fully serviced offices and virtual offices in prime locations in…
Light
Lightco are national specialists for luxurious and functional indoor and outdoor lighting. We take pride in…
Master Ventilation Services
We do servicing, maintenance and installation of smoke ventilation systems and smoke extraction fans
Pro Force Risk
Pro Force Risk offers experienced security professionals who are discrete, mentally and physically fit…
Recharger Prepaid Electricity Meters
RECHARGER specialises in the supply of Prepaid Electricity Meters as well as a complete management system for…
Sonqoba Consultants
We are a Facilities Management Company specializing in Cleaning & Hygiene Services. Our services are:…
Southern Kitchens
Planning Your Kitchen. We know the emphasis people place on kitchens. After all it's very often a meeting…
WAR Projects
We give best service with less prize "we make you interior so amazing.
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