Of Course, We All Know That There Is A Time and Place for Everything. In regard to home building, there is a time to build ‘big’ and there is a time to scale things down a bit by building a really good home within a narrow lot. Narrow or small lots are a block of land that is 50’ wide or smaller and/or an area smaller than an 1800 – 2200 sq. ft. range. Even though narrow lots have a lot less square footage than larger homes, with clever design and innovative ideas we make each space look and feel sprawling!
Benefits of Narrow Lots:
- (1) Increased energy efficiency because of lesser wall area=reduced heat loss. (2) Ability to fit more homes of the same size within any given land development. (3) You will pay fewer in taxes than larger lot owners.
- (4) Narrow floor plans will gather and distribute natural light throughout the fill depth of the space. (5) Narrow lots allow the ease of active and passive solar heat advantages as well as, plenty of natural ventilation. (6) Prefabrication is better with narrow lots allowing you to save time, avoid waste, increase quality, and maximize weather conditions.
- (7) Structural components easily span (not needing extra columns) to allow more open space throughout. (8) Narrow lot plans can easily stack creating minimal site costs and thus, adding substantial amounts of extra volume. (9) Cleverly designed homes using narrow lots can be placed within walkable storefront locations creating opportunity for buyers to easily accept. (10) Easily accessible window spaces that permit fresh air and natural light.
Due to the current challenges and uncertainties within our society today, new homeowners may be looking to scale things down a bit. Now could be a good time for builders, contractors, and developers to utilize more narrow or small lot configurations. Start implementing our Builders Advantage now, to enhance your product presentation and efficiency. Call us today, and we will provide the tools needed.