A stand is a project, not just land
The price of a stand is only one part of the decision. Buyers should understand whether the land is properly allocated, serviced, buildable, accessible, and eligible for approvals before they plan foundations or order bricks.
- Confirm seller authority and allocation records.
- Check roads, drainage, water, sewer or septic options, and electricity plans.
- Ask about zoning, wetlands, servitudes, road reserves, and boundary beacons.
- Confirm development fees, compliance certificates, rates, and association costs.
- Visit the site in dry and rainy conditions if possible.
- Ask what approvals are needed before building.
Servicing changes the true price
An unserviced stand may look cheap but become expensive once roads, water, sewer, power, and compliance costs are included.
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