QueryCAT Logo
Search 5,000,000+ questions and answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get permit to build a house on vacant land?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is section 609.7 of the Los Angeles County Plumbing Code and what does it say -- I can't seem to find it on the web When is a geotechnical report required in the unincorporated area of LA County? What triggers the requirement? Steepness? Fill? Scope of work? Would a Geo report be required to partially rebuild a fire damaged structure on a 1940's era filled pad? Thanks, R. building set backs all property lines 2. min square footage lot size to build home 3.

Can I buy vacant residential land to build a dwelling house?

SLA : FAQ - Property Registration Services
Yes. If you are an individual buying the vacant land to build your own dwelling house.

Can an Exchanger exchange into vacant land and build a house?

Asset Exchange, LLC | Bend, Oregon
Yes. However, most Exchangers want the replacement property to include the value of the newly built house rather than just the value of the land. This can pose timing problems because of the 180-day requirement to close on the replacement. Therefore, it requires advance planning. For additional information, visit Construction Exchange under Exchange Strategies.

How do I build a house on my land?

Carriacou Real Estate offers land and homes for sale in Carr...
Firstly, you will need to employ a local architect to design your house and submit plans to the Physical Planning Unit, the Government body responsible for regulating building on the islands. Once your plans are approved, which may take 16 - 24 weeks, you have one year in which to commence building. Secondly, you will enter into discussions with local builders and ask for a quote.

My lot has a wetland; can I still build a house on this vacant parcel?

Frequently Asked Questions
In most cases, a parcel that can support a building site, septic and potable water (offsite or other alternatives may apply) should continue to be capable of having a single family home built on it. This is accomplished through what is called the "Reasonable Use" process, which balances protection of the land's resources with fairness to the land's owner.

How much land do I need to build a house on?

Madison/Pierce County Planning
In either Pierce or Madison County you need forty acres, or no less than five acres with a conditional use permit? See Madison County Lot Split Guidelines or the Pierce County Lot Split Guidelines for more information.

I want to rezone some land to build a house on, what do I need to do?

Pleasant Springs Planning Commission FAQs
Contact the clerk at the Town Hall (see the bottom of the page for town information) . If your request requires action by the Plan Commission, the Clerk will provide an application and assign a Plan Commissioner contact to help guide you through the process and to act as a resource person. The property owner may also need to contact Dane County Planning and Development for a Density Study, to determine if the land has available building rights.

My land is windy and we get winter snows. Can I still build a Hoop House?

FAQs
Yes, genuine Hoop Houses are designed with strong steel frames to handle winds and snow, with a little help from you. Site your Hoop House perpendicular to the prevailing winds for good ventilation, and take advantage of a windbreak if you have one. Also, remember that wet snow is heavy, so brush it off to keep the weight from damaging the greenhouse film.

Is the existing land big enough to adequately build the house plus provide parking?

FAQs
Response: Yes, assuming that the committee is able to acquire the entire 2.0 acres there is more than enough room to build a 3000 to 5000 square foot home and provide adequate parking as well.

Can I buy a block of land at the Village to build a house?

Frequently asked questions
Land at the Kelvin Grove Urban Village is only for sale to developers for the design and construction of multi-unit blocks. Many schools have visited the site for a briefing by project staff on the master planning, urban design and sustainability elements at the Village. In response to these visits, a suite of materials have been developed, based on the key learning areas within the Study of Society and Environment curriculum for middle school students.

What about utilities when the house is vacant?

Kellogg Agency - Rental Homes and Property Management in Alb...
We will turn on water, gas, and electric services for the Owner and pay for these services out of the Owner's reserve funds. These services must be on in order for us to prepare the house for rental and to show the home when it is vacant.

My house is vacant. Should it be staged?

FAQ Rearrangements Home stagers, consulting, preparing house...
Vacant homes definitely should be staged. It is a misconception that vacant is the best way to show a property. An empty room does not look very interesting in real estate photos. Nowadays 74% of buyers view photos on the internet before deciding which homes to see, so the presentation in pictures is very important. Nor does an empty room necessarily look more spacious. There is nothing for the eye to compare to in estimating size. Viewers may underestimate the size of the room.

Do I need a permit to build a deck off of my house?

Humboldt county Nevada, Building Department Frequently Asked...
Yes, if the deck height is greater then 30 inches. As measured from the highest portion of the deck's walking surface to your finished grade. The main reason behind this code section is that a walking surfaces over 30 inches is required to comply with the building code's guardrail requirements, as a safety measure. Because to an active adult, a deck barely over 30 inches is unlikely to cause injury; however, to small children and the elderly a fall from this height could cause a sever injury.

Do I need a permit to build or renovate a house, deck, garage, shed or driveway?

City of Toronto: Access Toronto
Most projects will require a visit to your area Building Permit section - with plans and drawings. A "Fastrack" system is in place for certain smaller or simpler projects. Find out if you are required to get a building permit for your next project - before you start!

What can be done about illegal dumping on vacant land?

Apple Valley Fire Protection District
If you should observe illegal dumping, please call WeTip 800-78-CRIME (800-782-7463). An award of up to $1,000 is possible if an arrest and conviction occurs due to the information you provide. Unfortunately, the property owner will be responsible for cleaning up illegal dumping on their land.

Is there a time limit for building on vacant land?

Homes and properties in Cape Coral, Florida. Jane Podowski a...
When purchasing vacant land, you are not required to build within a specified time period. Vacant lots are mowed by the city 8 times per year and the fee for this is included in the annual tax bill.

I'm interested in vacant land. What report can I get?

Property Information from the Experts: Residex
Unfortunately we do not calculate capital growth for vacant land, but we will have vacant land sales. Call our office on (02) 9954 1199 during working hours to organise a report that's suitable to your needs. Alternatively, send an e-mail through to retail@residex.com.au with your request. We classify a unit as being numbered like 1/22 or 3/246, whereas a property numbered 2a or 344d would be classified as a house.

I plan to build a pond on my land. Do I need a permit to use water from it?

Oklahoma Water Resources Board: Frequently Asked Questions
Surface water in Oklahoma is considered to be publicly owned and available to anyone who can demonstrate a need to use the water for a beneficial purpose and can show a right to access the water's source. As the state's designated steward of Oklahoma's water resources, the OWRB regulates water use to preserve supplies for future users.

Lot Splits and Acreages Q. How much land do I need to build a house on?

Madison/Pierce County Planning
In either Pierce or Madison County you need forty acres, or no less than five acres with a conditional use permit? See Madison County Lot Split Guidelines or the Pierce County Lot Split Guidelines for more information.
More Questions >>

© Copyright 2007-2012 QueryCAT
About • Webmasters • Contact