Buying a plot of land - we tell you how! Part 1

Many people dream of their own home built from scratch. To fulfil that dream, you need to start by choosing a suitable plot for this kind of investment. As it turns out, this is not the easiest task, so before you get down to it, read our guide today and find out what to pay attention to when deciding to buy a plot of land.

Buying land involves many challenges. As when choosing any property, whether a house or a flat, you need to pay attention to many issues. We list the most important ones in today's article.

The shape of the plot

The shape of the plot, alongside its size, is the most important parameter to pay attention to. Remember that the house must be positioned at a suitable distance from the edge of the land. So if the plot has an unusual shape, building your dream property may prove problematic. The best choice will be classic square or rectangular plots. On these it is easiest to carry out construction and to lay out the property according to your dream design.

You also need to bear in mind all the legal requirements that determine on what kind of plot and at what distance a building may be put up. It is worth checking this before we decide to buy.

Topography of the land

When buying a plot for residential development, remember that any unevenness of the land will mean additional construction work and higher costs. So let us choose flat plots, free of mounds or slopes.

Of course, the topography of the terrain need not be decisive. There are plots with such an attractive location that it is worth paying extra to reshape the land so that building is possible.

Orientation of the land

Another important aspect is the orientation of the land. A great deal depends on its position in relation to the points of the compass, so it is worth keeping this in mind. The orientation of the plot will have the greatest effect on the garden by the house, which is best placed on the south or west side. This guarantees the most sunlight.

The positioning of the plot will also affect the arrangement of the rooms in the house. The south side is best suited to the living room and the terrace. The north side, in turn, is recommended for the main entrance, as well as for utility rooms and the kitchen. Bedrooms and children's rooms are best placed on the east side, which lets you wake up with the rays of the sun.

Trees on the plot

When choosing a plot for building a house, you should also pay attention to the number of trees growing on the land. If there are too many, they can make building the property difficult. You also need to remember that removing trees involves additional permits and higher costs. This does not apply to all trees, however, only to those that exceed the parameters set out in the law. To be able to get rid of trees from the plot, you must submit the appropriate application to the Environmental Protection Department of the city or municipal office. That is not everything you need to know about buying a plot to build your longed-for home. You will find more details in the next article.