Do Not Forget These When Buying Land
The purchase of raw land with the desire to build a custom home is the first step towards having your custom home built. Go and stand on your new property. It is more than plain dirt under your feet. In fact it has many things about it that you should be aware of. Sure the land possibly has a great view. There are other things, more hidden, that can impact your dream. They act as boundaries. They are essentially rules that you and the home designer must comply with if you are to see your dream become reality.
The following are some of the items you will need to consider before hiring your architect or designer to create a floor plan. So, lets take a look at what you need to know about your land before that dream can be placed on paper.
The Soils Test
Lot Utilities
Wells and Septic Fields
Drainage
Existing Natural Habitats
Underground Hazards
Covenants and Agreements
Building and Planning Department Issues
Building Codes Enforced
Fire Suppression Issues
Soil Erosion Regulations
Import and Removal of Fill Dirt
Sun and Shade Restrictions
Setbacks and Easements
Building Height Restrictions
Limits on Use by Right
Architectural Review Committee Restrictions
Gary Miller
Principal and Architectural Designer
Timbertree and Stonecastle Designs, LLC