: If the land is in a development, review the CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) which may dictate everything from house style and size to the color of your mailbox. 2. Physical Site Characteristics
Before looking at the scenery, ensure the law allows you to build what you want.
: Look for utility or access easements that give others the right to use parts of your property, which can strictly limit where you can place a foundation.
: Verify the land is zoned for residential use. Some agricultural land cannot be developed or has high minimum acreage requirements for a home.
: Check local rules for "setbacks" (how far from property lines you must build) and "building envelopes" (the specific area on a lot where construction is permitted).
: If the land is in a development, review the CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) which may dictate everything from house style and size to the color of your mailbox. 2. Physical Site Characteristics
Before looking at the scenery, ensure the law allows you to build what you want.
: Look for utility or access easements that give others the right to use parts of your property, which can strictly limit where you can place a foundation.
: Verify the land is zoned for residential use. Some agricultural land cannot be developed or has high minimum acreage requirements for a home.
: Check local rules for "setbacks" (how far from property lines you must build) and "building envelopes" (the specific area on a lot where construction is permitted).
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