Good evening,
After a long search, we have now found a plot of land with a location that completely convinced us.
Now that the initial excitement has worn off, we have been thinking about a few things.
The plot is on a slope. The house would be situated above the slope, and the area where it would be built is flat. However, what concerns me is that on the right side, where the plot ends, it drops very steeply in a near-vertical line. I would estimate the height difference to be about 3 meters (10 feet). Next to this side, there are no buildings, just fields. This side would definitely need to be stabilized. Unfortunately, we have no experience with this and are wondering what additional costs we should expect.
We are also wondering if the overall sloping location could be problematic in terms of requiring further ground support or reinforcement.
Although we have really fallen in love with the plot, we definitely want to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
I have attached a photo showing the general location. Unfortunately, I did not photograph the slope on the right.
We would be very grateful for any tips and advice.
Best regards
After a long search, we have now found a plot of land with a location that completely convinced us.
Now that the initial excitement has worn off, we have been thinking about a few things.
The plot is on a slope. The house would be situated above the slope, and the area where it would be built is flat. However, what concerns me is that on the right side, where the plot ends, it drops very steeply in a near-vertical line. I would estimate the height difference to be about 3 meters (10 feet). Next to this side, there are no buildings, just fields. This side would definitely need to be stabilized. Unfortunately, we have no experience with this and are wondering what additional costs we should expect.
We are also wondering if the overall sloping location could be problematic in terms of requiring further ground support or reinforcement.
Although we have really fallen in love with the plot, we definitely want to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
I have attached a photo showing the general location. Unfortunately, I did not photograph the slope on the right.
We would be very grateful for any tips and advice.
Best regards
H
Hausbauer202123 Apr 2021 06:18Basically, I would simply estimate earthworks costs at around 40,000 to 50,000 (40k-50k). Generally, additional construction costs are assumed to be between 40,000 and 60,000 (40k-60k). In your case, I would budget a flat 100,000 (100k). If it ends up being less, that’s good; if it’s more, hopefully the gap between the estimated and actual amount won’t be too large. If you like the location and the overall cost breakdown (additional construction costs + house + land) works for you, then there’s basically nothing against going ahead with the purchase. However, as mentioned before, be sure to get a soil report done!
hampshire schrieb:
On a slope, financial issues are the main challenge. Technically, everything is feasible.I fully agree with that...
As long as you don’t build right at the edge where the slope reaches 3 meters (10 feet) and leave the hillside natural there, it doesn’t necessarily need to be retained.
I would recommend having the soil investigated. You want to make sure the parking area wasn’t poorly backfilled after excavation.
A slope is more expensive.
A slope often requires more customization.
A slope usually offers more privacy.
I wouldn’t trade my hillside for a flat lot.
I would recommend having the soil investigated. You want to make sure the parking area wasn’t poorly backfilled after excavation.
A slope is more expensive.
A slope often requires more customization.
A slope usually offers more privacy.
I wouldn’t trade my hillside for a flat lot.
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Alessandro23 Apr 2021 11:13ypg schrieb:
In the south, you can still see some detached houses... does the municipality sell those?
I thought that at first too, but they can’t possibly be detached houses if you compare their size to the multi-family building and the cars. They look more like allotment gardens.
Alessandro schrieb:
I thought the same at first, but these can’t possibly be single-family homes when you compare their size to the apartment building and the cars. They look more like allotment gardens.The original poster already clarified this:EmKaJaBe schrieb:
The single-family homes in the south are mostly two-story, including town villas.A
Alessandro23 Apr 2021 13:04I read that too, but the dimensions don’t match at all 🤨
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