Hi all,
I’m currently looking at a parcel of land which has 2 titles. On the first title it has a block of two units and sits on approx 1/3 acre. The second block of land is directly behind the first block of land and consists of a scrubby bush block with several big trees on it. It hasnt been developed at all. My questions are:1. I know I have to approach the council with regard to possible development of the second block but I’m unsure as to what questions to ask. Any help in this area would be much appreciated.
2.Is there any concerns I should have or areas I should be wary of?
Thanks for your help[biggrin]
Sorry forgot to mention second block is approx 1 acre
MartinI think you simply need to ask the council what the zoning is on this land, can it be re-zoned, subdivided (if yes, how much can it be subdivided) and what you can specifically do in relation to its zoning.
I would definately find out ASAP, you might be on a winner. It only takes 20 minutes to find this out. Also double check with the council on these matters because they have an uncanny ability to change their minds, especially after you’ve put some money down! You might be able to get something in writing? Good Luck…G7Thanks G7,
For your advice I will check with council this afternoon on the zoning.[biggrin]Martin
Hi Guys,
I have a similar question, as to what factors does the Council take into account for approving a building permit. I am thinking of buying a house in a big block, and then get some building permits approved to build 2-3 houses on that land. Before i buy, how can i know that the council would approve my permits later on?Thanx Guys!
I’m pretty sure the factors the council takes into account is simply the zoning and if what you intend to build fits into the zoning on that land.
Typically a council will say what you can build relevant to the zoning, ie-another 2 houses on the land or a bohemoth residential skyscraper.
The best thing I think would be simply to talk to them and state your intentions. Maybe some preliminary plans could help, or help to get a definitive answer.
My mate bought half an acre and the council said it could be cut in 4. When he came to do this they said no, but he had pemission from them in writing. If he had taken it to court, tribunal etc. the council wouldn’t have had a leg to stand on. He didn’t bother though and just sold it. He estimated he threw away at least $100k.
Hope this helps…G7Thanx G7. This suerly does help me and will keep in mind on how to handle the Coincil Heroes
You might also like to check about tree clearing. You say the block is scrubland. There is a lot of public and therefore government sentiment towards keeping trees. The council probably won’t know about the trees but check with them or the EPA about removal. Big fines if you do it illegally.
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