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| Before You Build
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Lot Excavation
- Survey the lot to define the boundaries and dimensions for your home construction.
- Review the physical features of the lot. Note any rocks, trees, waterfronts, or other desirable or undesirable views. Consider options to gain the most desirable view and privacy.
- Note any extra requirements. Do you have room for a swimming pool, side-entry garage, recreational space, etc?
- Check the drainage. Water should drain away from the house and be channeled into natural or man-made tributaries.
- Be careful not to channel water into your neighbours yard (drainage that is not already part of the natural flow).
- Check your municipality and/or provincial government for property easements and property line setbacks, etc.
- When breaking ground, consider these points:
- Know where the underground utilities are if they cross your property
- Plot where the home will be situated with plenty of room for setbacks and proper drainage
- Tag any trees that you want untouched and make sure they are not damaged following excavation – ensure that you are present when they excavate
- Ensure that the area has been cleared and that all trash has been removed — including tree stumps
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