Acquiring a site
Local knowledge is a considerable asset in finding and purchasing a suitable site to build on. Sites for sale will be advertised in local newspapers, the Edinburgh Solicitors’ Property Centre (ESPC), estate agents, solicitors and possibly by the Council itself. Some will have outline planning consent for housing, some will be serviced with water, electricity and gas, and some will have neither planning consent nor services.
Do not purchase until, at the very least, outline planning consent for housing has been obtained.
Legal advice
Good legal advice from a qualified solicitor should be sought at an early stage particularly if you have not yet acquired legal title to the house site.