ᐅ What to Consider in Road Construction for Future House Building
Created on: 8 Jan 2020 15:22
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Specki
Hello everyone,
I have a question regarding my future building project.
It concerns the purple circled and marked plot of land. It is mine, and the house marked in red could be my potential house. The plan is to build there within the next 2 years. The road to the north with the turning circle directly behind the plot has not been built yet but is scheduled for construction in 2020. Then, the potential house could be built in 2021.
Now I’m wondering if it might be a good idea to discuss certain details with the city before they build the road, which could later be beneficial for the house construction. I’m thinking of things like electricity, water, sewage, media connection, or other utilities.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks.
Best regards
Specki
I have a question regarding my future building project.
It concerns the purple circled and marked plot of land. It is mine, and the house marked in red could be my potential house. The plan is to build there within the next 2 years. The road to the north with the turning circle directly behind the plot has not been built yet but is scheduled for construction in 2020. Then, the potential house could be built in 2021.
Now I’m wondering if it might be a good idea to discuss certain details with the city before they build the road, which could later be beneficial for the house construction. I’m thinking of things like electricity, water, sewage, media connection, or other utilities.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks.
Best regards
Specki
Specki schrieb:
Should certain issues be discussed with the city before they build the road, which could later be advantageous for house construction? Yes, definitely! You can only benefit from it. Even if the city is not responsible for certain matters, you can find out which construction company is in charge and arrange agreements with them.
For example, when the sidewalk was being redone in our area, I asked about a lowered curb for a driveway that was still being planned. The municipality had no objections at all. They told me to contact the site supervisor directly. It was then implemented free of charge. Sometimes it can be really simple.
There are several points that can be discussed with the local (road) building authority:
It is not uncommon for municipal utilities to appreciate early notification of a construction project. This saves time and money for both parties.
- Sidewalk planning (completely around the property, on one side at your location or on the opposite side)
- If the sidewalk is on your side, pre-planning for a curb cut (if necessary)
- Positioning and type of street lighting
- Location/routing of gas, fresh water, household sewage, greywater (rainwater runoff from houses as well as street drainage, if separation is required in your area). If the utility lines are on the opposite side, a branch can be installed in advance to your property to avoid having to drill under the newly constructed road later.
- Location of electricity and telephone lines, possibly also empty ducts for future fiber optic cables
- Connection point for the household water supply (unlike electricity and telephone, a water service connection can be more complex)
It is not uncommon for municipal utilities to appreciate early notification of a construction project. This saves time and money for both parties.
Most of it has already been said. The officials are only human, and humans are very visual. So sketches with measurements from your plans are definitely helpful. Exact details of the driveway, pipes, conduits, and connections—everything. With some luck and the right contacts, the streetlight won’t end up right in front of your driveway.
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