We have some tips to help you position your home for comfort, value, and everyday ease.
Unlike buying an existing home, where the structure sits on a predetermined lot, building a home on your lot requires as much thoughtful consideration of lot position as it does of choosing the right floorplan. The optimal position of your home maximizes yard space, curb appeal, energy efficiency, driveway placement, and overall investment. If you’re thinking about how your new home will sit on your lot, we have some tips to help you position it for comfort, value, and everyday ease.
State of the Land
What’s the current state of the land where you’re planning to build? You’ll need to consider if the land needs to be cleared and excavated. The more labor required to prepare a lot can impact your home’s construction budget and schedule.
Accessible Home Builders provides free site reviews to clients who are building a custom home. We guide our customers and share our opinions on the challenges and opportunities we see on any lot. Factors such as soil quality, topography, and site preparation needs (such as tree clearing or grading) can significantly impact your overall construction budget. A seemingly affordable lot may cost more if extensive work is required to make it buildable.
The Grade of the Land
Poor grading makes a lot more susceptible to water damage, foundation issues, and flooding. However, this can be difficult for prospective buyers to identify, so working with a professional new construction home builder is essential. This will give you a comprehensive understanding of the quality of your lot and how it will perform over the years.
Foundation Requirements
Why do foundations matter for determining your home’s optimal lot position? It goes hand in hand with your home’s layout and in determining your bottom line. Additionally, only certain types of foundations may be possible with specific clearing scenarios. The finished grade of the lot may inform your plans, both above and below ground.
Distance To And From the Road
You don’t need a grand mansion with a winding driveway to achieve stunning curb appeal. Work with your builder to maximize your home’s position and its distance from the road. Even homes built on smaller lots can have ample front and back yards with the right lot position. It’s also worth noting that homes farther back may require more work for utility and other service connections while maintaining the required distance from other property lines.
Adjacent Homes
If your new home is being built in an existing neighborhood, be aware of any HOA or landscaping codes that could affect your home’s construction and placement. Examples might include:
- The distance of the driveway to the street
- The number of trees cleared or preserved
- The location and existence of a fence, deck, parking pad, shed, or other structures
Ready to Build on Your Lot? Contact Accessible Home Builders
Accessible Home Builders is ready to guide you through the process of building on your lot. Finding a completed home that perfectly matches your desires in your ideal location is challenging. Working with experienced custom home builders like Accessible Home Builders allows you to create a home perfectly suited to your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you envision a convenient suburban location or a beach home, we can make it happen. You select the location, and Accessible Home Builders handles everything else. Our expert team ensures your new custom home meets your quality and design standards.
Contact Accessible Home Builders Today
Here at Accessible Home Builders, we’re proud to say we’ve been building and remodeling homes since 1994. We’ve serviced Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Selbyville, Millsboro, Georgetown, Laurel, and more communities within Delaware in that time. We work to guarantee a high level of professionalism, dedication, and the use of quality materials to ensure our customers have the homes they deserve.To get in touch with us, give us a call at our office at 302-663-0464, send us an email at info@accessiblehomebuilders.com or visit us in person at 28412 DuPont Blvd, #103 Millsboro, DE 19966. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, and YouTube to stay updated on what we’re up to next!