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Buying vacant land? The empty stand is only the beginning.

Vacant land can be attractive because buyers can design from scratch, but development rights, service connections and ground conditions can materially change the final cost.

PROPERTY INSIGHT 65 Buying vacant land? The empty stand is only the beginning.

What to know

  • Check zoning, building lines, servitudes and title restrictions.
  • Confirm water, sewer, electricity and access arrangements.
  • Understand estate or architectural guidelines if the land is in a managed development.
  • Budget for professional fees, approvals, earthworks, retaining, drainage and service connections.
Professional advice

This guidance is general information. Where legal, tax, structural, compliance or regulated-work consequences may apply, obtain advice from an appropriately qualified professional for your circumstances.

Important Information

The information in Fabulous Homes Insights is provided for general property education and information. Property, tax, finance, sectional-title, rental, municipal and compliance matters can differ according to individual circumstances, contractual terms, scheme rules, municipal requirements and changes in law. Where necessary, readers should obtain advice from an appropriate attorney, conveyancer, tax practitioner, financial professional, property practitioner, engineer, inspector or other suitably qualified professional.

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