If a businessowner purchases a second shed for storing extra parts, how long will it be automatically covered under a building and personal property policy?

When a business owner purchases a second shed for storing extra parts, the automatic coverage under a building and personal property policy typically provides 30 days of coverage for newly acquired or newly constructed buildings. This is designed to give the policyholder some breathing room to assess the need for additional coverage and possibly report the new property to the insurance company for permanent coverage.

In this case, the 30-day period is aligned with common provisions found in commercial property insurance policies, which often allow for temporary protection of new assets without needing immediate notification or endorsement. This coverage generally ensures that businesses can continue to operate smoothly after acquiring new property without facing potential gaps in their insurance coverage during the initial period. It illustrates the insurer's understanding that businesses may expand or acquire additional property and need immediate coverage for those assets while they can assess their overall insurance needs.