In London, which is considered one of the most expensive cities in the world, there is an unusual way to live for free almost in the very center of the metropolis, but not in the apartment, but in a small boat. People choose boats accommodation, because it is cheaper than renting or buying an apartment in a city with a high cost of real estate.
inhabitants of modern channel boats (Narroroobots), who use them as housing, offices, shops, are called bouters.
This is a fairly common phenomenon in the British capital.
Most of the Bowers are constantly moving, because in one place they can spend no more than two weeks if the parking rules are not indicated otherwise.
The rules of life on boats in London, established by the Office of Rivers and Canal (CRT), provides for the receipt of licenses. There are different types of licenses: brief and long-term, with the right to commercial use of the vessel or without, for leasing it, as well as for different types and sizes of ships.
Most of the owners of the boats prefer a temporary license, because it is cheaper.
The inhabitant of the Narro -Ubout has to spend more than 400 pounds a month to use the amenities of the house on land. Costs can vary depending on the length of the boat and its operation.
In the presence of a permanent license, this amount will amount to 800 pounds, and if the ship is rented, then the rent is added to the amount.
The rental of a boat will cost about 500-600 pounds cheaper than renting a home on land.
London channels, such as the Grand Junion and Rigents, pass through the historical and tourist areas of the city. Among these attractions of Notting Hill, Little Venice, Camden, Hakni and Angel.
According to the latest data, about 10 thousand people live in London on boats. In the British capital, there are almost 4 thousand boats.