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How to build a home
You have decided that you are going to build your own home, a home that will be just perfect for your needs and desires. Once you find a lot or acreage that you wish to build on, there are a few things to check out before you purchase.
Check that local zoning laws will permit the type of structure(s) you plan to build. Some areas can have severely restrictive building regulations. You may be restricted in the size, design, number and location of any building(s) you put on your property. You also may be restricted in the type of building materials you can use. Make sure that any activity you plan, whether it is a home based business or just keeping a few chickens, is permissible within the zoning laws.
If the land you buy is not serviced you will need to factor in the cost of bringing in utility services. The lack of a water supply can make the most beautiful home site useless. It is important that you ascertain that you will be able to access a reliable source of water. If you will not be connecting to a sewage system you must make sure that the local Health department will approve the installation of a septic system.
Finally, it is important that you find out from your RealtorŪ how you can check with the local planning boards to find out if there are any plans or applications to develop the area. You could buy and build on your own quiet little corner of Eden and find yourself a few years later living on the edge of a huge and noisy mall! Probably not what you had in mind!
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