New Construction— Beginning stages of what to think about:

Do You Need Help to Locate and Purchase a lot?

 If so, what is your budget?

 Do you have an idea as to where you would like to live?

Keep in Mind: Lot Location- Proximity to Beaches, Shops, Hospitals, Golf Courses, etc.

 If you have found a lot that you like, do not buy it until your builder has had a chance to look at it with you.

 If you want to bind it and have it held in your name, do so with a contingency that you are able to obtain

    a survey with topography.

(The purchase of a survey will help to insure that the size Home you intend to have built, will fit on the lot and meet setback requirements. The survey cost vs. the lot purchase cost is minimal protection to insure build ability.)

 Your builder can order your survey for you. Upon it’s completion, your builder should provide you with

   original copies. Or you can bring a copy of the survey to your builder so he can inform you as to whether 

   or not this lot may need a stem wall, inform you as to whether or not there are any encroachments,

   inform you as to the lot’s availability for municipal water-sewer hookups, where the electric utility

   service comes from, to help determine location of electric panel. (This is only important if you want the

   panel in the garage, and predetermines underground availability or not)

 The Money you spend on a survey can save you a lot of unknown, unforeseen costs that only your builder 

   can explain to you.

 If your lot is not in a utility service area, the county requires a specific percentage of maximum lot \

   coverage which takes into account the size of the home, septic system and well.

 During your meeting at the lot with your builder, ask about the exposure and have him identify if he feels

   any windows require tinting for maximum efficiency.

 The Garage side of the home is typically the long side of the home, and affords privacy for rear lanai pool

   area. A determination can be made in advance regarding privacy and exposure. Ask your builder if you can

   flip a plan to meet your needs.

 Upon visual inspection with your builder at this lot, driveway width and setback for home can also be

   determined.

 Because each lot is different from another, a general summary should not be accepted. This is your home.

This is your investment. The builder you choose should want to physically visit your lot with you, be able to answer questions, offer suggestions based on his experience, showing care and consideration for your anticipated needs.