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Stop an Encroaching Neighbor: Why You Need a Site Plan
Let’s say that you’ve purchased a plot of land and built a house from the ground up. Maybe you’ve carefully landscaped the area surrounding that house to create the perfect environment for you and your family. How could anything possibly go wrong?
Well,...
- Juliana Weiss-Roessler
- Tags: boundary dispute neighborly dispute site plan
5 Ways Site Plans Can Help You with Yard Work and Landscaping
Planting trees that will grow significantly in the next few decades? Adding bushes as a windbreak around the edge of your property? Carving out a perfect outdoor haven...
- Juliana Weiss-Roessler
- Tags: building permit landscaping site plan yard work
Site Plans and Permits: What You Need to Know
Ready to make some major renovations or maybe even add new structures on your property? Not so fast. No matter where you live, you’ll be subject to local building regulations and will likely need to obtain a special permit before...
- Juliana Weiss-Roessler
- Tags: building permit Building Permit Application site plan
Using a Site Plan for Swimming Pool Removal or Remodel
If you’re thinking of remodeling your pool or even getting rid of a backyard pool that’s seldom-used, you can’t just call up a construction company and assume that your plans will be carried out in a couple days’ time....
- Juliana Weiss-Roessler
- Tags: building permit demolition permit swimming pool removal permit swimming pool renovations
Site Plans and Plot Plans: Who Needs Them and Why?
Whether applying for a permit for a simple tree removal, excavation, grading, or demolition, the counter staff will always ask for a site plan detailing the dimensions of the surrounding structures, lot lines, trees, and other items. This site plan is useful for the public works, engineering,...
