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The Complete Guide to Finding a Plot
The Homebuilding & Renovating guide to finding a building plot - useful tips and advice.
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A Guide to Plot Types
Land doesn't always come in a nicely advertised package - this article explains the different types of plots available and what to do once you've found your perfect plot.
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Where to Live Whilst Self-building
A quick look at the different living options available to self-builders. Includes advice on staying in your current house, renting and caravans.
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Plots: When Nature Gets in the Way
We explain how to deal with problematic trees, adverse ground conditions, difficult foundations and more.
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Building in a Flood Zone
A guide to building a home in a flood zone. Includes advice on foundations, timber, insulation and doors.
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Does Your Plot Have Access Issues?
We explain how to make sure your plot has the correct access. Includes advice on public highways, unadopted roads, shared driveways and prescriptive easements.
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Visibility Splays
An article that looks at visibility splays. Includes an explanation of a what a visibility splay is, when you need one, as well as how to negotiate with your neighbours over them.
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Restrictive Covenants, Wayleaves and Easements
Restrictive covenants are legal agreements which may stop you building your home. We explain how to deal with them as well as advice on easements and wayleaves.
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Guide to Demolition
The pros and cons of building a new home on a previously developed site.
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Design Ideas for Sloping Sites
A look at the design implications of building your own home on a sloping site. Includes advice on upside down living and kerb appeal.
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