20 Apr, 2015
We have looked at how to choose commercial land before, but thought it was time to revisit it. If you are considering a commercial building project, you are probably doing all the necessary research, looking at the perfect location, securing your finances and considering the right commercial builders in Perth.
Before you go any further with your commercial building project, you need to ensure the ‘foundation’ of the project is correct, by choosing the right block of commercial land to suit your commercial build.
Get advice
There are experts who can offer their advice and knowledge on choosing the best block of commercial land. Utilising the best advice available to you is the route to choosing the right block of land for your commercial building.
Who can help you choose a block of commercial land?
In cities such as Perth, choosing the right block of commercial land can seem somewhat difficult. Whether an area is zoned for commercial or residential development will determine where you can build.
Commercial Builder
Reputable commercial builders have experienced all types of commercial developments and are perfectly positioned to assess the suitability of a land parcel.
After discussing your design requirements, the right commercial builder will be able to survey a block of land and inform you of its suitability.
Knowledgeable commercial builders will be well-positioned to advise whether your chosen block of land will optimise your commercial project.
When deciding on a commercial builder, look at their past projects to find a builder who has worked on a similar development to yours.
Observe whether they best maximised the use of land for the block. Speak to the current occupiers, to learn whether the land and the build satisfactorily meet their commercial operation requirements.
Site Selection
An article from Realestate.com suggests the following items to consider, when selecting the right site:
Location
Location is obvious, but there are many facets to this. For a commercial development you must ensure that the area is zoned for commercial use.
Access to the necessary infrastructure, population and markets will determine the perfect location for your commercial building.
Aspect
Whether your site is north, south, east or west facing can impact your commercial building energy’s rating.
Slope
The gradient may be a factor in the type of commercial building you construct. A commercial builder of good repute can advise on any limitations the slope of the land may pose to your project.
Depth
As with slope, the depth of land will also determine the build.
What’s on top of the land?
Considering the cost of clearing the land is very important. Existing structures or well-established trees can be costly to move so researching this before purchasing a land parcel is prudent.
Soil Type
If it is not financially feasible for you to do a soil test on each block of land you consider for your commercial build, the Master Builders Association suggests consulting people who occupy neighbouring blocks of land.
You could also consult a local commercial builder, who has worked in the area and may be able to advise you.
Once you have focused your search and have found a promising block of land, have a geotechnical report carried out to ensure that the site is suitable for commercial construction.
There are many factors to consider when choosing the perfect location for your commercial building. Working with an experienced commercial building team and doing all the important groundwork, means that you can find and build on the best block of land possible.
