Are you in the market for a new home? If so, it’s important to select the right plot for your future home. Here are a few tips to help you make the right decision.
First, consider your lifestyle. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, choose a property with plenty of space for gardening and enjoying nature. If you prefer city living, look for a plot that is close to conveniences like grocery stores and restaurants.
Second, think about your future needs. Will you have children or pets who will need room to run around? Or do you need plenty of parking space for multiple cars?
Third, take into account the climate in your area. If you live in a cold climate, be sure to choose a property that is
Evaluate your needs and wants
At this point in time, you have probably thought of your desired features for your future dream home. However, before you get started with anything else, it is essential to evaluate these wants and needs to ensure that they are not only present in the house but also what will make you happy.
The key here is honesty with yourself and a thorough list of everything that tickles your fancy. Sometimes we may forget how much space we actually need until we see the different layouts of a future home. If you list everything you want, even if it seems silly, then you can truly narrow down your options later.
What do I need?
This is another question that has an answer completely up to the individual’s discretion. Some people may not care about having a walk-in closet while others may find it to be essential for their daily attire. It’s just like the first part of this exercise; you can write down whatever you want as long as it is truthful and what you truly believe to be necessary for your ideal house.
Why do I want/need these things?
This stage may or may not be necessary but it never hurts to do some self-reflection, especially before you make a huge purchase like buying or building your home.
You may find that you really want an above-ground pool simply for the joy of having one, even though there is no other use for it. Perhaps you want solar panels because they are environmentally friendly and will cut down on energy costs.
Consider the climate and environment
Your location plays a pivotal role in the type of plot you should select for your future home. The climate, topography, and surrounding environment should be considered carefully before selecting a plot to ensure it’s suitable for your future home.
Typical plot selection mistakes:
- A plot in a flood risk area, gully, or valley bottom.
- A plot on a steep hill with difficult access and no space for an extension if needed at a later date.
- The site is so small you can’t even consider anything other than a semi-detached or terrace house.
- The site has a south, west, or north-facing front and there is very little space for the home.
- A plot on a busy road with poor access and difficult parking spaces.
- A plot in an area with no public transport and/or shops nearby.
- An urban area where you cannot build a garden.
- A plot with a high level of contamination is near power lines or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
- A plot that is too small for your family to live comfortably in, i.e. only one bedroom downstairs and no space to build an extension at a later date because it would require planning permission.
Narrow down your options
Now that you have some knowledge of building, it’s time to narrow down your options. Please note that the following may not be true for everyone; everyone has their own place in which they can build, and these are just things to look out for. If one of our main concerns match yours (for example price – which we will discuss later) then feel free to use the following, case-by-case:
1. Size: This is perhaps one of the biggest factors in choosing a plot and should be considered fastidiously. If you want a large house, make sure that your future construction is assisted by water or gas lines (or both) and that you have the funds to support this infrastructure.
2. Availability of Electricity: If you are in a place where electricity is an issue, then consider water before anything else; your plots will most likely be renewable every year, but access to electricity may not be – look for a plot with access to electricity. Also keep in mind that if you choose a plot where water is prevalent and it becomes polluted, then your well will become unusable.
3. Access to Water: This does not apply so much for those living in urban areas or near rivers and lakes since they are usually accessible to everyone, but it should be considered nonetheless: if there’s no access to water, then there’s no access to your future home.
4. Access to Public Transport: This may or may not apply depending on whether you live in an urban setting, but if you choose a plot far from public transport and do not plan on owning a car (or other means of mass transportation) then perhaps the distance may be a factor for your choice.
Why Choose Emperor Marketing?
Are you looking for the perfect plot for your future to build your dream home? We’re here to help. The first step is finding a location that fits your needs and desires. When it comes to selecting land, there are many factors that need consideration before making a final decision.
Here are some of the most important things you should consider when choosing a plot for building your future home.
First, consider whether or not you want an urban or rural setting. Urban plots will be closer together while rural plots can provide more privacy and space between homes.
Next, think about how much time you spend outdoors in nature each day – do you like hiking through forests? Or would being near water be more appealing? Do you prefer lots of trees surrounding your property? Or do open spaces appeal to you more than dense vegetation?
These questions will help narrow down the options available so that we can find something perfect for what YOU want!
