The Build On Your Lot
Program
Before We Get Started
One of the most important steps before we get started is to procure a full survey that was conducted after February 2022. This will show the most recent update to the proper elevation if located within a flood zone. It should also include property lines, setbacks, tree and TOPO information and any utilities noted in or around the property. Next, we would want to know what utilities are available to the property such as water, sewer or natural gas.
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Initial Homeowner Steps
Survey
Needs to be in CAD or DWG format with boundary, tree & topo
Allows us to see which homes and garages will fit on the lot.
Flood Certification/Elevation Certificate
Confirm flood zone and if the home can be built as a raised slab or does it have to be elevated.
Water Availability Letter from Water
Service Provider
Confirms water is available and costs involved.
Owner needs to contact water provider.
Sewer Availability Letter from Sewer Service Provider
Confirms if sewer is available and costs involved. Owner needs to contact sewer provider.
Septic Tank Availability from DHEC
Using survey, you can rough place house to see if septic is available and if so, conventional, modified or engineered system.
Lot Fit Study
New Leaf Builders will use survey and above info to determine what house can go where on the lot and also garage location.
Items In Site Variance Cost
Clearing of Lot
Pad Prep and Fill Dirt
Tree protection and/or mitigation
Grade/Topo Issues
Impact and Tap Fees for Water and Sewer
Septic, if applicable
Well, if applicable
Driveway
Foundation Types
Foundation design depending on customer preferences, flood zone and soil types
Additional Items
Builders Risk Insurance
New Leaf Builders retains the builders risk policy for the client and client reimburses New Leaf – usually in the $1500-2000 range.
Garage
Landscape Allowance
To Be Determined. Depending on location, we may need to coordinate with local requirements. County does not require, City & HOAs do as well as some lenders.
Browse All Available Floor Plans Online
From artistic bungalows to coastal-inspired two-story family homes, New Leaf Builders has a large catalog of buildable floor plans for every lot type.
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Helpful Resources
The Gold Leaf
Comparison
Easily compare apples to oranges and discover what sets a New Leaf home apart from the rest. Our Gold Leaf Package takes your home to the next level.
The Cypress Package
Included Features
For some builders these features may be extras or add-ons. At New Leaf we treat every project as if it were our own home, and set the bar high for all of our finishes and features.