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Answers (5)
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- Matt Hiatt, "Matt Hiatt"
- Contributions:112
Here in Phoenix, it depends on the zoning. Check and see the minimum square footage that your county or city allows, and what the laws are pertaining to splitting a lot. If there are tow home on the same lot, do they share any common utilities like water or power? Are both homes under that same loan? As you have already started, do your homework.
- sunnyview
- Contributions:25139
Whether you can split the two houses depends on the zoning and the laws in your specific area. Often, it can be done as long as you have the minimum lot size for each, you have to split any currently shared utilities like sewer or a main power line etc., pay for a survey and it helps if the area that the house is in is in an area where the municipality wants more low cost, multifamily or affordable housing.
I would call your local zoning department and explain the situation and ask if they have any thoughts about how feasible a split would be. In my area, they do them as long as there is a good final outcome for the neighborhood as a whole and there is limited impact on other properties after the change. It is worth asking.
I would call your local zoning department and explain the situation and ask if they have any thoughts about how feasible a split would be. In my area, they do them as long as there is a good final outcome for the neighborhood as a whole and there is limited impact on other properties after the change. It is worth asking.
- Laurina Emiliani, "Speedy International"
- Contributions:10
It is very difficult to split a folio (lot). Mostly, the cost and the process would be too great. Before you do anything, I would suggest you speak to a Real Estate Attorney because they are able to examine title and assist you in going through the process if the local government allows for such a process. Also, you need to make sure the homes are permanetly attached because they could just be manufactured.
The other hurdle is having the owner to agree to sell only part of the lot.
- shapiroamg
- Contributions:3058
Doubt it. What you have is a two family detached home (two homes on one lot).
- B Mike West
- Contributions:240
Contact a local Realtor and provide them with specifics. They will be able to get you an answer. It is unlikely that an owner will agree to sell part of the property, even if the local jurisdiction will allow it. However, there may be a possible exception.
Im interested in one house on a two house property.
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