Meeting your professional builder onsite allows you to layout your vision for your acreage home and your lifestyle goals from the very beginning of your new build journey. Your new home should be designed to meet your lifestyle needs to ensure you can live your best life for the moment you move in to your custom build.
By understanding how you want to use your acreage, and where you’d like your home situated on the block, your builder can help you make the most of the natural environment while considering the unique challenges of acreage living on the Sunshine Coast. Several considerations include:
- Slopes and Soil Testing
- Water Tanks and the Septic System
- Bush Fire and Energy Ratings
Before your build can begin a soil test must be undertake to ensure your homes foundations meet the codes for your the natural environment. The soil conditions vary throughout the Sunshine Coast, and some areas have slopes with high level slippage rates. The style of your home, along with the foundations, may need to be adjusted to meet the required regulations. Your builder can help guide you to ensure your new home build meets your home goals.
Recognising most acreage properties are not linked to Council Services means you need to understand how to incorporate your Water Tanks and the Septic System into the landscape. Your builder can help you determine what size and number of tanks you will need. Remember, if your lifestyle choice means incorporating a pool or large garden on your acreage you will need additional water storage. This is especially important in times of drought. Your septic system will need to meet the needs of your family and you may wish to locate it in a space to take advantage of the grey water. Working with your landscape will assist the builder in creating an aesthetically pleasing outcome that doesn’t diminish the functionality of these elements or your views.
Bush Fire and Energy Ratings can impact the cost of your build as you must comply with regulations. Elements of your build, like the slab and window selections, as well as your new build location can be determined by these regulations. Meeting regulations can add additional cost to your build however, your builder can help you manage your budget as well as assist you to make the necessary choices to protect your investment and save energy long term.
Don’t let fear of the unknown stop you achieving your lifestyle and dream home goals.
Talking with your professional builder, gaining the right information on regulations and understanding your unique location will allow you to confidently take the necessary firsts to achieving your new home dreams.
TIP: You can find information on Bush Fire Zoning and other regulations on your local Council Website.
