The Construction - Permission(s) for Building a Home
It's important for you to understand what's involved in obtaining
building-related permits. Some of the required approvals may be:
- Zoning
Zoning is often already established for vacant land, but many communities
require a final check to make sure new construction will comply with current
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- Wells and Septic Permits
If your new home will be located in an area without public water or sewer
services, a well will need to be drilled and a private sewage disposal system
(i.e., a septic system) will need to be installed. Permits for the well and
disposal system must be obtained from the appropriate state or county authorities.
If your home will be connected to public water and sewer systems, applications
for hookups to those services will be required along with a deposit and/or
hookup fee for each service.
- Building Permits
A county or municipality typically will issue permits and inspect your new
home during construction to ensure your home's compliance with local building
codes. In addition to a general building permit, permits may be required
for utilities (e.g., electricity and natural gas) and other services (e.g.,
telephone and cable television). You probably will have to remit a fee with
each application for service. Some hookups will be needed during construction
while others can wait until your new home is ready for occupancy.
Covenants recorded when a subdivision is approved for development
may govern what can-and cannot--be built on those lots. Some covenants
are very restrictive, while others are merely simple guidelines. Some
covenants are fiercely enforced, while others are largely ignored.
In any case, restrictive covenants must be considered and approvals
must be obtained from the appropriate governing authorities before
construction can begin. The required steps include:
- Application - Each application may be very simple
or quite complicated and may involve payment of a fee.
- Plan Review
A committee of homeowners within the development may have the right to review
and approve the plans for your new home. These committees ensure that new
homes comply with the established covenants and architectural guidelines.
The committee's review could take a day, a week or several months.
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