Buying Land
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Here's a few things to consider... Check that the boundary pegs match up with what's shown on the site plans. If there are no surveyed plans, you will need to get a surveyor to plot the land contours. Consider the site's aspect to the sun. Are there trees or buildings that will limit your sunlight? Consider the height to boundary regulations and the impact they will have on the type of house you can build. Will the section require serious excavation or retaining ? Check what services (water, power, phone, gas) are connected to the site boundary. How much will it cost to bring services on site. Are there any building covenants over the site? Get a Lim Report from the council. A Lim Report gives you a lot of important information you should have before you make a purchase decision, including; storm and drainage, likelihood of flooding, erosion risk, heritage and conservation classifications, zoning and anything else that might impact on you building on the land. Resource consents. In most cases this won't be required, but it pays to check. The local district scheme available through your council planning department will tell you if there are any specified restrictions that will effect your building plan, eg; protected trees, access, neighbours rights. If your plans don't adhere to these requirements you will have to apply for resource consent. NEXT STEP in the planning stage: Choosing an Architect / Designer BACK to timeline: Get Organised timeline |
