How To Build A House On Your Land
There aren t many things more satisfying than having the freedom to build and design a brand new home on your very own plot of land. But the process can also be filled with uncertainties and anxieties for homeowners. Many are overwhelmed just thinking about the process. In this post, we answer some of the most commonly asked questions about how to build a house on your land, focusing especially on questions you might have about your lot such as, Is 1 acre of land enough to build a house? , Should I buy land now and build later? , Is buying land and building a good investment? Want to speak with one of our design experts? Schedule your free Idea Session to discuss your needs today.Our Guide To Buying Land And Building A House On Your Land
How do I know if the land is buildable? This is the first, possibly most important question to ask about building a custom home on any lot. If the land isn t buildable, then it will be necessary to find a different lot for your dream home. So, how do you avoid the disappointment of finding out that your dream land cannot be the spot to build a house on your land? Before you buy any land to build on, pay a visit to the county planning & zoning office to ask about any zoning laws that might not allow you to build there. You ll also need to research what kinds of buildings can be constructed, where a home can be built on the property, and if the property has any issues that might limit the amount of space you can build a house on your land. Each lot will have design parameters due to the slope and orientation to views and/or other homes. Within those allowed parameters, we start to incorporate your priorities. Before we start this process, we will analyze the lot to let you know if what you want is feasible. Some important questions to answer when selecting a lot to build a house on your land are as follows: How does the water drain from the property? Some properties dry quickly, while others stay wet most of the year. It is important to know this upfront to fix any poor drainage around buildings that can cause permanent damage and mold.Building On Your Land
Evaluating Your Lot Before You Build
Key questions to answer when choosing land to build a house on — and how CRx helps.
| No. | Question to Consider | How CRx Helps |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Is the land buildable? | Visit the county planning & zoning office to check zoning laws, what can be built, and where a home can sit on the property. Before design, we analyze the lot and confirm whether your vision is feasible. |
| 02 | What are the design parameters? | Every lot has parameters set by its slope and orientation to views and neighboring homes. Within those, we build around your priorities. |
| 03 | How does the water drain? | Some properties dry quickly, others stay wet most of the year. Knowing upfront lets us address drainage that could otherwise cause permanent damage and mold. |
| 04 | What about surrounding properties? | Get to know the neighboring land and your neighbors — any development underway or past environmental issues help set expectations. |
| 05 | What type of land can you build on? | We build on the location of your choice — a rural setting, a family farm, on a lake, or in a development. Wherever you choose. |
| 06 | Is a drone aerial view useful? | An aerial view shows the land from a different angle, helping determine elevations, reveal how water drains, and shape design options. |
| 07 | What if utilities aren’t available? | We handle securing water, natural gas, and electricity to your land and coordinate every necessary step. |
| 08 | How do you get started? | Schedule your Idea Session and we’ll learn your hopes, priorities, and vision for your custom home build. |
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What s going on with the surrounding properties?
It s a good idea to be in the know of what s happening on the land near you and getting to know your neighbors. Are properties near you in the process of development? Have there been environmental issues or hazards with your neighbors? This will help you get an idea of what to expect when you build on your land.
What type of land do you build on?
The best part of being a custom home builder is that we build a house on your land in the location of your choice. The location is up to you, in a rural setting, on a family farm, on a lake, in a development— wherever you choose. Whether you currently own a site, are in the process of narrowing down your options or are just getting started we can help you!
Is it important to have a drone aerial view?
Gathering preliminary surveillance before starting the project is helpful. Getting an aerial view allows us to see the land from a different angle and assists us in gathering additional information to determine elevations, provide additional perspectives of potential designs, gain insight into how the water drains from the property and more.
What if utilities are not available on my property?
We handle securing the utilities to your land, such as water, natural gas, and electricity, and coordinate all necessary steps to ensure that you can build a house on your land smoothly.
How do we get started?
You re already off to a great start by doing the homework that landed you here. The easiest and most convenient next step is to click our Schedule Your Idea Session” button on the side of this page. We are looking forward to talking with you so we can learn more about your hopes, priorities, and vision for your custom home build.
Questions & Answers
Building a House on Your Land FAQ
How do I know if the land is buildable?+
This is the first and possibly most important question for any lot. Before you buy land to build on, visit the county planning & zoning office to ask about zoning laws, what kinds of buildings can be constructed, where a home can be built on the property, and any issues that might limit the amount of space you have. Each lot also has design parameters based on slope and orientation to views and other homes. Before design begins, we analyze the lot and let you know whether what you want is feasible.
How does the water drain from the property?+
Some properties dry quickly, while others stay wet most of the year. It’s important to know this upfront so we can address poor drainage around buildings that could otherwise cause permanent damage and mold.
What’s going on with the surrounding properties?+
It’s a good idea to know what’s happening on the land near you and to get to know your neighbors. Are nearby properties in the process of development? Have there been environmental issues or hazards? This helps you get an idea of what to expect when you build on your land.
What type of land do you build on?+
We build a house on your land in the location of your choice — a rural setting, a family farm, on a lake, or in a development, wherever you choose. Whether you currently own a site, are narrowing down your options, or are just getting started, we can help.
Is it important to have a drone aerial view?+
Gathering preliminary surveillance before starting is helpful. An aerial view lets us see the land from a different angle and gather information to determine elevations, provide additional design perspectives, and gain insight into how the water drains from the property.
What if utilities are not available on my property?+
We handle securing the utilities to your land — such as water, natural gas, and electricity — and coordinate all the necessary steps so you can build a house on your land smoothly.
How do we get started?+
You’re already off to a great start. The easiest next step is to schedule your Idea Session. We look forward to learning more about your hopes, priorities, and vision for your custom home build.
For more answers to commonly asked questions about how to build a house on your land, download our free guide. In it we answer all of the above questions and more. We can take the guesswork out of building the home you are dreaming of, and ensure that your homebuilding process is a 5-Star Experience from beginning to end.
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FAQs – Building Your Home In Rehoboth Beach
Building a custom home is a large undertaking. In this guide, we teach you how to build the custom home you want while loving the process – how to get started, timelines, change orders, financing, warranties, and more. Take a look and contact us to schedule your Idea Session. We re here to help!
Dion Lamb is the founder and President of CRx Construction, a luxury custom home builder and remodeler serving Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes, Bethany Beach, and Fenwick Island, Delaware. Since founding CRx in 2016, Dion has led the firm to a #1 Houzz ranking in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach and a 5-star reputation, guiding homeowners through his trademarked “5 Simple Steps” design-build process. CRx is a member of NAHB, the Home Builders Association of Delaware (HBADE), and the Certified Luxury Builders Network, and a Regal Award winner for Best Luxury Custom Home Design.
