ᐅ Construction of a 144 sqm bungalow in Fichtenwalde (near Potsdam)
Created on: 16 May 2021 18:56
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Acof1978
Then I would also like to introduce our building project here and keep you updated.
First, a brief introduction about us. He (42.5 years; controller in healthcare), she (38.5 years; full-time teacher), child (8.75 years; fully dependent). Our household net income is currently about €6,400 (approximately $6,800) plus performance bonuses, 13th-month salary, overtime, etc. We own a 1,462 sqm (15,735 sq ft) plot of land in Fichtenwalde. The remaining debt on the land is €37,000 (about $39,000). According to official land value guidelines, the land is valued at €146,200 (about $156,000) (€100 / sqm). The market price is around €400,000 to €600,000 (recent sale prices). We submitted the building permit application including the land conversion at the end of December. We expect approval by mid to late July.
The construction company is KB Brandis from Jüterbog. External site supervision will be handled by Bauherrenhilfe with 13 appointments.
Now about the house. It will be a 144 sqm (1,550 sq ft) bungalow plus a 12 sqm (130 sq ft) covered terrace with the following additions:
- Ceiling height 3.00 m (9.8 ft)
- Electric roller shutters (including smart home integration)
- Double-sided laminated windows (wood-colored; RC3 security rating)
- Brine-to-water heat pump with ground collectors due to water protection area (Bosch Compress 7800i LW)
- Hydraulic balancing of the underfloor heating
- Controlled residential ventilation with heat recovery (Bosch)
- Motion detectors from a security company
- 13 kWp photovoltaic system, including battery preparation
- 10 m³ (2,650 gal) cistern for rainwater use
- Doorbell with video function
- Wallbox preparation for electric vehicle charging
- Exterior lighting
Floor plan attached.
We have not yet finalized financing (although discussions have taken place). So far, we have invested up to €30,000 (approximately $32,000) from our own savings during the planning phase. This is almost all of our equity. However, we continue to save about €2,750 (approximately $2,920) per month. The monthly mortgage payment is expected to be around €1,650 (about $1,750) plus additional costs of approximately €200-250 (about $210-265) (taking into account the photovoltaic system). This means when we move into the house, we will still have savings of at least €1,500 (about $1,590) per month.
The construction contract will be signed within the next few weeks. The prices (recently discussed with the company) correspond to the offer and commitment as of September 2020.
The price per square meter of the house (according to the latest offer and full specification) will be €2,700 (about $2,870). This includes everything, such as painting, flooring, etc. The overall costs are structured as follows:
House: €378,000 (about $402,000)
Land conversion including reclassification: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Additional building costs: €40,000 (about $42,500)
Outdoor facilities: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Total financing volume: €468,000 (about $498,000)
First, a brief introduction about us. He (42.5 years; controller in healthcare), she (38.5 years; full-time teacher), child (8.75 years; fully dependent). Our household net income is currently about €6,400 (approximately $6,800) plus performance bonuses, 13th-month salary, overtime, etc. We own a 1,462 sqm (15,735 sq ft) plot of land in Fichtenwalde. The remaining debt on the land is €37,000 (about $39,000). According to official land value guidelines, the land is valued at €146,200 (about $156,000) (€100 / sqm). The market price is around €400,000 to €600,000 (recent sale prices). We submitted the building permit application including the land conversion at the end of December. We expect approval by mid to late July.
The construction company is KB Brandis from Jüterbog. External site supervision will be handled by Bauherrenhilfe with 13 appointments.
Now about the house. It will be a 144 sqm (1,550 sq ft) bungalow plus a 12 sqm (130 sq ft) covered terrace with the following additions:
- Ceiling height 3.00 m (9.8 ft)
- Electric roller shutters (including smart home integration)
- Double-sided laminated windows (wood-colored; RC3 security rating)
- Brine-to-water heat pump with ground collectors due to water protection area (Bosch Compress 7800i LW)
- Hydraulic balancing of the underfloor heating
- Controlled residential ventilation with heat recovery (Bosch)
- Motion detectors from a security company
- 13 kWp photovoltaic system, including battery preparation
- 10 m³ (2,650 gal) cistern for rainwater use
- Doorbell with video function
- Wallbox preparation for electric vehicle charging
- Exterior lighting
Floor plan attached.
We have not yet finalized financing (although discussions have taken place). So far, we have invested up to €30,000 (approximately $32,000) from our own savings during the planning phase. This is almost all of our equity. However, we continue to save about €2,750 (approximately $2,920) per month. The monthly mortgage payment is expected to be around €1,650 (about $1,750) plus additional costs of approximately €200-250 (about $210-265) (taking into account the photovoltaic system). This means when we move into the house, we will still have savings of at least €1,500 (about $1,590) per month.
The construction contract will be signed within the next few weeks. The prices (recently discussed with the company) correspond to the offer and commitment as of September 2020.
The price per square meter of the house (according to the latest offer and full specification) will be €2,700 (about $2,870). This includes everything, such as painting, flooring, etc. The overall costs are structured as follows:
House: €378,000 (about $402,000)
Land conversion including reclassification: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Additional building costs: €40,000 (about $42,500)
Outdoor facilities: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Total financing volume: €468,000 (about $498,000)
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pagoni202017 Nov 2021 10:09Tom1978 schrieb:
Yes, I would have. But since he still has a lot to do on our property, I'd rather bite the bullet. We actually have a good relationship that I don’t want to ruin over something like this. He has already done some extra work for free and promised a few things as well. So it’s not that bad... That’s a healthy attitude.
You will encounter more rough edges with both the project and the people involved in your build, so it’s better to look for solutions instead of trying to force things through by pressure. For me, it’s always important to determine whether an issue arises from laziness or ignorance or if it’s just an accident. Thinking about each situation often leads to ideas that turn out to be better or at least good.
The tradespeople on my project also ordered materials late and were surprised, even though it was foreseeable for us as clients that deliveries would be tight. Save your energy for the truly important matters.
For our hammerhead lot, the construction access road had to be placed underneath the current driveway.
The civil engineer / landscaper / paver removed 30–40 cm (12–16 inches) of topsoil and filled and compacted it with recycled material; this then served as the construction access road.
All pipes and empty conduits were already installed underneath.
Then the house was built and all connections were made to the utilities.
After that, the terrace and cistern were constructed, edges were installed, recycled material was leveled off, paving was done, and topsoil was spread—always working from the back to the front, all using a wheel loader.
The paved path is now suitable for vehicles up to 10 tons (11 tons), e.g., moving vans, motorhomes, tradesmen’s vans.
So plan accordingly with and for the civil engineer,
and the project manager was told: if a pool is planned, do it now.
The civil engineer / landscaper / paver removed 30–40 cm (12–16 inches) of topsoil and filled and compacted it with recycled material; this then served as the construction access road.
All pipes and empty conduits were already installed underneath.
Then the house was built and all connections were made to the utilities.
After that, the terrace and cistern were constructed, edges were installed, recycled material was leveled off, paving was done, and topsoil was spread—always working from the back to the front, all using a wheel loader.
The paved path is now suitable for vehicles up to 10 tons (11 tons), e.g., moving vans, motorhomes, tradesmen’s vans.
So plan accordingly with and for the civil engineer,
and the project manager was told: if a pool is planned, do it now.
Tom1978 schrieb:
General question. What is your post supposed to convey? Bad mood, trolling, or just venting frustration? 😎No, neither 1, 2, nor 3. You usually say you have almost everything under control, and now it’s failing over a simple “concrete block.” This and the accessories could have been ordered ages ago and stored at your place “in the woods.” If not, then you just need to find another source. I can’t imagine they’re sold out “worldwide.”
If you don’t install it now, you probably won’t do it later either. Additional services/costs because of extra effort if the “house is already built” (you won’t get around the house anymore? Crane needed?).
Being a builder is basically like having a second full-time job. 😉
driver55 schrieb:
You always say here that you have everything under control...
Really? Where exactly? We are just at the beginning...
And no, that couldn’t have been ordered at the start. If you are a regular reader, you hardly could have missed the tree removal. And a concrete block right in the middle of the property that needs to be moved wouldn’t exactly make the company jump for joy.
Being a client also means making compromises and not trying to push everything through by force. Besides, it’s not a full-time job; otherwise, no one could afford to give up their job for a year. It does take up a lot of time, admittedly, and you have to think about and organize many things. But it’s all doable.
DennisW schrieb:
Are the utility connection costs so high because your house is relatively far back?I think so. The house is 16m (52 feet) from the street. But I’m not sure if the €9,800 for the house connections: water + wastewater and construction water is a lot? My planning was: house connections for water + wastewater + electricity = €18,500. Construction water: €1,500. Temporary construction electricity I estimated at €2,000.
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