Hello everyone,
I hope I set up this topic correctly; if not, I would appreciate any advice.
A bit about me:
I am 24 years old, trained as an industrial clerk, worked for two years, and will complete a further qualification in business administration this June. So far, I live with my two dogs at my parents’ house, but once school is finished and I have a steady job again, it will be time to move out.
I’ve also been in a relationship for two years, although my boyfriend actually lives about 140km (87 miles) away. He spends so much time at my place that you could almost say he lives here.
Now to my actual problem. I own a plot of land that borders directly onto my parents’ property. It is currently serviced with utilities but remains undeveloped.
On the one hand, I don’t want to move into an expensive rental apartment and “finance a good life for the landlord” (I don’t mean this harshly,...), but on the other hand, I’m unsure if it makes sense to build so early.
Considering that landlords are probably not keen on tenants with two dogs, the question is whether my boyfriend and I would even be able to find an apartment.
I know there are countless online discussions about whether it makes sense to buy a house at a young age, but I haven’t found anyone who already owned a plot of land.
Best regards,
AnjaR93
I hope I set up this topic correctly; if not, I would appreciate any advice.
A bit about me:
I am 24 years old, trained as an industrial clerk, worked for two years, and will complete a further qualification in business administration this June. So far, I live with my two dogs at my parents’ house, but once school is finished and I have a steady job again, it will be time to move out.
I’ve also been in a relationship for two years, although my boyfriend actually lives about 140km (87 miles) away. He spends so much time at my place that you could almost say he lives here.
Now to my actual problem. I own a plot of land that borders directly onto my parents’ property. It is currently serviced with utilities but remains undeveloped.
On the one hand, I don’t want to move into an expensive rental apartment and “finance a good life for the landlord” (I don’t mean this harshly,...), but on the other hand, I’m unsure if it makes sense to build so early.
Considering that landlords are probably not keen on tenants with two dogs, the question is whether my boyfriend and I would even be able to find an apartment.
I know there are countless online discussions about whether it makes sense to buy a house at a young age, but I haven’t found anyone who already owned a plot of land.
Best regards,
AnjaR93
This is the last available plot in the residential area; all the houses around have been there for at least 30 years. My parents’ house was built 45 years ago.
The building department official clearly told me that there is no zoning plan because it’s a relatively old plot, and the building simply has to fit into the streetscape.
He also said that there must be a 5-meter (16 feet) setback from the street. Knowing our city administration, I think this was an attempt without legal basis... but the attempt itself is not punishable... ^^
The building department official clearly told me that there is no zoning plan because it’s a relatively old plot, and the building simply has to fit into the streetscape.
He also said that there must be a 5-meter (16 feet) setback from the street. Knowing our city administration, I think this was an attempt without legal basis... but the attempt itself is not punishable... ^^
AnjaR93 schrieb:
Then he told me there must be a 5m (16 feet) distance from the street. Knowing our city administration, that was probably an attempt without legal basis ... But trying isn’t illegal... ^^ There is enough space at the back. The further away from the street and the cars, the better, I think. 🙂
According to Section 34, the principle of integration applies. Based on my own difficult experience, I highly recommend finding a competent architect who has a good relationship with the responsible building authority. Your entire planning process depends on this.
You might receive offers like “we will do the planning for €5,000”; forget about that. A good architect will charge according to HOAI (the official fee structure for architects). Planning for a building permit at that price only works for houses in areas with a clear zoning plan. In such cases, there are specific regulations, and architects usually have (quite good) standard designs for them. No architect will work for free.
However, you will need more support from the architect in your case.
So start asking around now for architects who are willing to work with the building authority and see if you like their style.
You might receive offers like “we will do the planning for €5,000”; forget about that. A good architect will charge according to HOAI (the official fee structure for architects). Planning for a building permit at that price only works for houses in areas with a clear zoning plan. In such cases, there are specific regulations, and architects usually have (quite good) standard designs for them. No architect will work for free.
However, you will need more support from the architect in your case.
So start asking around now for architects who are willing to work with the building authority and see if you like their style.
J
j.bautsch22 Mar 2018 09:47Climbee schrieb:
I think it’s a bit bold to assume that no one knows what they want in life at 25.Thanks, I felt the same. I’m 26 and have known exactly what I want since I met my husband (now 11 years ago). We are both working purposefully towards it. Nothing has changed from what I initially wanted 😉If you want to stay close to your family (which is exactly how I feel), I don’t see any reason not to build if the finances work out 😉
I just wish I had a plot of land available, and even better if it was next to my parents.
j.bautsch schrieb:
Thanks, that’s what I thought too. I’m 26 and have known exactly what I want since I met my husband (now 11 years ago).
(...)
and all that while living with my parents.I don’t think ypg meant that someone in their mid-20s shouldn’t have a clear idea about their future life. I understood it as you can’t expect everyone to KNOW their life path by 25. If they do – great. If not – no big deal.
Be careful with your wishes! ;-)
I know plenty of families where being too close to each other causes some issues…
J
j.bautsch22 Mar 2018 10:02I now also have a lot of close family nearby; my brother and his partner live two floors above us, my parents-in-law live two streets away, and in our old apartment, we lived directly below my mother. There were never any problems. On the contrary, we really enjoy it. It's just a pity that my mother now lives a bit further away, but it’s still manageable.
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