The ideal piece of land cannot be purchased without due diligence. Say you notice a lot for sale in a suburban area that looks like a perfect place to build your dream home. Buying undeveloped land can provide an opportunity to build a house that will meet your needs, but you will need certain information before you sign on the dotted line.

Most suburban areas have zoning regulations which govern the type of structure that can be erected, the dimensions, and even the material used on the exterior. Historic preservation groups work with builders in many areas to ensure that any new construction fits in with the existing buildings. If you want to build out of the city limits, check the availability of public utility services and the cost of bringing those services to the site. Local planning and zoning boards can provide you with information about proposed development that could change your quiet country lane into a busy street.

It is a good idea to consult an architect and a zoning expert to confirm that your vision will work on the property you have selected.

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Hildi Baker , CSP, ABR, CRS & Terri Coyle, ABR
Prudential Fox and Roach Realtors
601 E. Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
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Hildi Baker is a full-time Realtor with over 20 years experience who is a recipient of many Multimillion Dollar Producer Awards as well as multiple Service Awards. The CSP designation was awarded to Hildi by the Home Builders Association of Chester and Delaware Counties making her a Certified New Home Sales professional. Terri Coyle is a lifelong Pennsylvania resident. She grew up in Yardley, Bucks County and is a graduate of Drexel University. Her undergraduate degree in Accounting and MBA in Human Resource Management combined with 17 years experience with a local advertising agency provide the financial, people and marketing skills necessary for the real estate business. Terri has lived and raised children in Delaware and Chester counties for the past 20 years and happily worked in Real Estate for the last five. She is an Accredited Buyer's Respresentative as well as a Relocation Specialist. With honesty and integrity Hildi and Terri will employ vast Real Estate knowledge to provide you with excellent customer service in a timely and caring manner that produces exceptional Real Estate results.