davido

Hi everyone, has anyone here opened a cafe? We intend to do so and are happy on the business side of things, but need a lot of info on the legal/beaurocratic side. We're lucky enough to live somewhere with a wonderful view. there is a small parking area for cars directly accross the road and in the summer it's constantly busy with people just stopping to take in the view from a look-out point next door. The people park, take in the view, take photographs, and often linger for a chat. But there is nowhere to sit, or buy so much as a bottle of water. The market is clearly there. But does anyone KNOW- 1) who can say yea or nea to our idea. I know we should approach the mairie, and are seeing him on Monday, But I am unsure of our position. Are we asking for his co-operation or his permission? 2) chambre de commerce. Same question - are we asking their co-operation or their permission? 3) Who controls the health/hygene side of things? (i.e. whether we have to fit a commercial kitchen, extra toilets etc) 4) What are the main hurdles with regard to running a business in one's home? It's a lot I know but I am feeling rather ignorant about the whole thing - anybody's experiences or thoughts would be most appreciated.   thanks David

I have only just discovered what a VMC is by looking back on some old threads here. I'd been wondering what those big things were in the brico shops .. so now i know. Anyhow, it seems that it's just what I need, but i have a few questions for anyone with the requisite knowledge ..   1) what to buy? I looked at leroy Merlin website and they ranged from about 60 euros to  a whopping 950! What's the deal there? 2) If they are constantly on, continually changing the air, doesn't it continually cool the house in winter and warm it in the hot summer months? 3) When you buy one do they come with everything you might need, are are they really just starter packs?   hope someone knows more than I do - not hard really   davido

Payrac-man, did you ever find any more about an air to air heat pump? We're looking at getting a whole house system installed for this winter, and that's a little closer than I thought. Anyone else have one?   thanks david

Thanks paul - appreciated. I've gone the cautious way and used far less. Good to be sure thought. cheers

i was wondering if anyone could answer a simlple electrical question. How many light fittings is allowed on each lighting circuit. I have found the answer with regard to sockets, but not for lighting. Thanks very much.   David