Construction of home by self

 

Constructing your own home needs you to pay special attention to certain aspects pertaining to the site:

  • Ensure that the paper work and title documentation are in order. You might want to consult your lawyer in this area.
  • Bear in mind factors like approach roads, upcoming structures in the area and the availability of all basic amenities. The check list below details the same facts.
Type

Compulsory checks

Other checks

Legal

Title deeds of the land under construction in your favour.

Previous title deeds covering a period of 13 years.

Sanctioned plan & license for construction.

Encumbrance certificate for the past 13 years.

Upto-date tax paid receipts.

Estimate of construction from a registered engineer.

Ensure that the job of construction is entrusted to a contractor vide enforceable agreement.

Location

Check for electricity connections.

Check for municipal water connections.

Whether well laid out garbage disposal arrangements.

Pollution due to industries etc in the area.

Check for developmental activities of the area.

Public transport facilities in the area.

Check for educational institutions, hospitals, shopping avenues nearby, green belts and rain water drainage.

Approvals

From city corporation, Area Development Authorities, Electricity Boards, Water Supply & Sewerage Boards.

Amenities

Check whether drinking water is available.

Ensure natural lighting, ventilation, water connection & sanitary connection.