it to be? ...and why?
2007-05-06 11:22:42 · 4 answers · asked by Dorcas 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Lot size is regulated here, but but the town has no regulations concerning setback. I know what I like, but I am interested in what other people think. My husband and are considering building our "retirement house" which we may want to sell someday and and move to a milder climate. We would want the home to be marketable.
2007-05-06 11:47:09 · update #1
We get lots of snow here. Whwre we live now, the driveway is about 700 ft. During the winter we leave vehicles parked at the foot of the driveway. We walk,snowshoe, ski between house and road. My guess is that most people would not to do that.
2007-05-06 12:00:29 · update #2
One thing to think about is the cost of building and maintaining your driveway. This can be expensive. Do you get lots of snow in the winter? If so, think about clearing the snow away. Do you get a lot of rain which could erode your driveway, especially if it's mainly gravel? Personally, since I live in a mild climate, I think that as far back as allowed by planning is the best because you get peace and quiet. I'd suggest you install a security system since your house won't be visible to neighbors--something that thieves like.
2007-05-06 11:49:25 · answer #1 · answered by not the real me 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The final position really depends on your preference. I had mine placed back about 150'. During the summer it gives me great coverage from the road, I have a lot of trees and it makes it nice and quiet. It also lets me hear when someone comes up the driveway.
Even if you don't have trees you want to stay back as far as possible. You con get used to the quiet, but it is very hard to get used to the noise from the cars and trucks. It also gives you a great front yard to have picnics and games in.
2007-05-06 18:34:10 · answer #2 · answered by ttpawpaw 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
By definition "rural" is in county jurisdiction for planning purposes. You have to go the the planning department and ask for the "setback" and "building envelope". Setback is the closest you can be and envelope is how much space/dimensions you can occupy based on the lot size.
2007-05-06 18:32:32 · answer #3 · answered by mark a 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The question is? how much do like like to hear cars driving by your house late at night. Or your cars driving fast and your children are outside in the front yard playing.
2007-05-06 18:30:54 · answer #4 · answered by railroad_joe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋