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Site Requirements

Determine the size of site you will require to suit your family circumstances.
Is a large garden necessary for hobbies, animals, gardening, childrens pay-area, etc
Is a smaller garden preferable.

Is location important
Decide you priorities regarding the location of your site
Proximity to work
Proximity to family & friends
Proximity to schools
Proximity to road/rail/airport/shopping links
Price Considerations

Note 1
If a Wastewater Treatment Unit is required, the site size will be determined by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and Local Authority Planning Standards
Note 2
Site size may be determined by the criteria as decreed by the Residential Guidelines of the relevant County Development Plan or Local Area Plan

Where Do I find a Site
Local or National Estate Agents
Local and National Newspapers
Internet resources including property web sites
Word of Mouth
Local Knowledge

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Site Assessment

Site Services
Research the relevant Public Utilities to determine the availability of
Public Foul Water Drainage
Public Surface Water Drainage
Public Watermain
Electricity Supply
Mains Gas
Telephone
Broadband
Etc

Planning History
Research the Local Planning Authority to ascertain previous planning applications on the site
Research the Local Planning Authority to ascertain previous and on-going planning applications in the vicinity of the proposed site.
Research the County Development Plan or Local Area Plan to determine the zoning of the site (Local needs requirements may apply)
Research the County Development Plan or Local Area Plan to determine the zoning of the other lands in the vicinity of the site

Research the Relevant Local Authority to determine future road improvements or other future developments may may impact on your site

Engage Solicitor
Prior to purchasing the site or agreeing to purchase the site, subject to planning permission (which is highly recommended) engage a Solicitor, in private practice and with adequate professional indemnity insurance.
Your Solicitor will
Take your brief (your intentions),
Undertake the the drawing up of a Contract of Sale (with all relevant conditions),
Research the title deeds,
Provide additional advise
All other required services
Complete the contract

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