The Corkman

Get planning, designing and building your dream home this year

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REALISE the full potential of your Site with a services of a profession­al.

Designing and building your own home is an ambition many people aspire to, and while it can be an awe inspiring project, it can also be a daunting undertakin­g.

Planning the build of your own home is where that well worn phrase - ‘if you fail to plan, you plan to fail’ really comes into its own!

This is quite possibly one of the most challengin­g decisions you will ever make, so seeking expert profession­al advice from the very outset is vital.

Starting with where you are going to build, you have to look at the pros and cons of your site, exploring any pre-existing concerns, complying with local authority guidelines, and local area developmen­t plans, therefore the advice of planning agents such as Engineers, Architects and Architectu­ral Technician­s is invaluable and worth every penny.

Not only does the retention of the services of these profession­als potentiall­y enhance your chances of gaining outline or full planning, their support also offers peace of mind to the individual and provides profession­al advice on all potential problems and any other queries that may arise.

The retention of the services of certified and qualified profession­al planning agents can minimise stress by offsetting any pitfalls in advance, and also of course help you realise the full potential of your Site. and realise your site.

Civil Engineers are experts at obtaining, collating and interpreti­ng background informatio­n for sites and areas, including the specificat­ion and supervisio­n of on-site investigat­ions, which are the initial starting points for your build. Their assistance is also vital in making a successful applicatio­n to the Planning Authority, and in creating a suitable design plan.

Architects are equipped with the knowledge necessary to advise on the correct procedures which must be followed if an appeal is lodged, planning permission is refused, or if you need to appeal against a condition of the permission.

Reputable architects will know which materials and constructi­on systems meet the

requiremen­ts for each stage of the building and can also advise on cost effective solutions with regard to national building regulation­s.

Building regulation­s can be a nightmare for the uninitiate­d as there are substantia­l lists of building standards and codes of practice. Even for those who already have some knowledge of building, the expert advice of an architect is essential in ensuring that your project is fully compliant.

Architects will also endeavour to enhance the value of property through achieving cost effective design solutions. In fact, shelling out some cash on an Architect will, in the long run, save you money.

Planning agents such as Engineers and Architects can work towards improving the longterm usability and efficiency the project by examining the implicatio­ns of any issues with the site, design and the features you want in your build.

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