Buying land to build in Kaikohe or Ngawha requires more investigation than choosing a section by size and price. Before committing, confirm that the site, title, access, services, planning rules and likely construction costs support your intended project.
Ask your solicitor to review the title, easements, covenants and sale agreement. Check the current Far North District Plan information and obtain council records relevant to the site. Planning rules, hazards, setbacks and overlays may influence where and what you can build.
Establish how vehicles, construction equipment and future occupants will reach the building site. Confirm electricity, internet, water, wastewater and stormwater arrangements. The cost of extending or creating services can materially affect the total project budget.
Contour, drainage, soil and stability influence design, foundations, earthworks and access. Ask appropriately qualified professionals to assess the site and advise on testing, engineering or reports required for your plans.
Budget for more than the house contract. Possible costs include design, reports, consenting, development contributions, site preparation, earthworks, access, service connections, water storage, wastewater, landscaping, fencing, finance and contingencies.
Your solicitor can advise on conditions for finance, title, due diligence, geotechnical work or other investigations. Make sure the timeframes allow your advisers to complete meaningful checks.
Review the Far North District Plan, request available council property information, or contact Ray White Kaikohe about land currently for sale.