ᐅ Building plot located in a hollow, neighboring properties are situated at a higher elevation

Hello,

I’m looking for some opinions about a plot of land. We have received approval from the local authority and now need to make a final decision.

The plot is lower than the neighboring houses. At the back, it is almost 2 meters (6.5 feet) lower, and on the left side, one neighbor has a basement and has built a tall house.

The neighbors have not raised their plots, so for example, we would need to use retaining walls (such as L-shaped concrete blocks) to support the soil.

What do you think?

Is your plot of land the one shown in the photo before the new construction? Or how does it relate? I don’t quite understand.

If your terrace faces the two houses, I would find it difficult. You will have shade everywhere. The same goes for all the runoff in the garden during heavy rain.

sub-xero schrieb:

Is the plot in front of the new building in the photo? Or how? I don't quite understand.

Yes, exactly, and the garden would be towards the two houses.
Shade is not an issue; I checked it at different times in May. The photo was taken in May.

Hmm, but the area extending backwards looks like a substantial fill added by your neighbor?
If they alter their property, they are not allowed to drain water onto your land; they must ensure that the water drains properly. They also need to clearly mark the boundary (using retaining walls, chamfering, etc.).

Please provide more precise details and sketches...

Attached are current photos and the site plan.
In one of the pictures, it may look as if the neighbor has added soil to the rear; I agree with you on that.