ᐅ Building a Semi-Detached House with Different Developers?
Created on: 12 Nov 2013 13:10
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Sebastian2412
Hello everyone,
We have found a nice plot of land suitable for a semi-detached house (basically, it is one of two parcels on which a semi-detached house can be built). We could buy the plot without being tied to a specific developer or architect. However, we are wondering how this can be organized in practice:
- Is it even possible for each half to be built by a different developer?
- Presumably, do both halves need to be constructed at the same time?
- What happens if the other half is sold much later? Would we then have to wait?
- Does it complicate financing if the start of construction is uncertain? Would penalty interest be charged if we had to wait for the other semi-detached half?
The whole situation seems rather disadvantageous to us. Or are we misunderstanding something?
I would be very grateful for any advice or experiences.
Best regards,
Sebastian
We have found a nice plot of land suitable for a semi-detached house (basically, it is one of two parcels on which a semi-detached house can be built). We could buy the plot without being tied to a specific developer or architect. However, we are wondering how this can be organized in practice:
- Is it even possible for each half to be built by a different developer?
- Presumably, do both halves need to be constructed at the same time?
- What happens if the other half is sold much later? Would we then have to wait?
- Does it complicate financing if the start of construction is uncertain? Would penalty interest be charged if we had to wait for the other semi-detached half?
The whole situation seems rather disadvantageous to us. Or are we misunderstanding something?
I would be very grateful for any advice or experiences.
Best regards,
Sebastian
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perlenmann13 Nov 2013 11:12Bauexperte schrieb:
then rather a bit less floor area and that’s fine.Matter of opinion. In a semi-detached house, which usually isn’t very wide, I wouldn’t voluntarily give up about ±10cm (±4 inches). Of course, it depends on the wall construction. But this question only arises if the house remains unoccupied throughout the winter.
A small practical example: Semi-detached house 1 was built first and too tall. The district office considers reducing the height excessively disproportionate. Semi-detached house 2 is not allowed to build as high, so they have to lower the roof at additional cost, and the uniform profile was cancelled -> extra costs for the second semi-detached house. It is always better if the semi-detached houses are built together or if an agreement is reached between the future neighbors in advance.
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Bauexperte15 Nov 2013 13:49Hello,
I’m afraid I’m having some trouble understanding...
How can a lower roof pitch end up being more expensive? The first semi-detached house partner should have to take care of insulating the exposed masonry themselves.
Regards, Bauexperte
Wastl schrieb:
A small practical example: Semi-detached house 1 is built first and too high. The county building authority considers a reduction in height disproportionate. Semi-detached house 2 is not allowed to build that high, so they have to lower the roof at additional cost, the uniform profile was canceled -> extra expenses for semi-detached house 2. It is always better if the semi-detached houses are built together or if there is an agreement between the future neighbors beforehand.
I’m afraid I’m having some trouble understanding...
How can a lower roof pitch end up being more expensive? The first semi-detached house partner should have to take care of insulating the exposed masonry themselves.
Regards, Bauexperte
It is not the roof pitch that differs, but the overall height with the same angle of the gable roof. As a result, dhh2 had to install transition profiles, capping stones, etc. This cost the homeowners several thousand euros, as if the roof had been continuous. This was meant to be just an example of what can happen with two different builders.
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Bauexperte15 Nov 2013 16:09Hello,
The much greater burden is carried by partner 1; they have to insulate the exposed exterior wall—if this is even possible without an easement.
Regards, Bauexperte
Wastl schrieb:I have already understood that, but the
It is not the roof pitch that is different, but the total height with the same angle of the gable roof.
Wastl schrieb:I consider this to be a rumor. Either the homeowners of the second semi-detached house were overcharged or are not being entirely truthful. The only additional costs incurred by the second party in such a case are those for an extra verge. This definitely does not amount to several thousand euros.
Because of this, dhh2 had to install transition strips, finishing stones, etc. This cost the homeowners several thousand euros, as if the roof had been continuous.
The much greater burden is carried by partner 1; they have to insulate the exposed exterior wall—if this is even possible without an easement.
Regards, Bauexperte
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