NSBRC Guide to Finding Land & Appraising a Plot - Friday 5th February 2027

Land yourself the perfect plot!

This extensive in-depth and informative course will delve deeper into the challenging world of plot hunting
About this Event

What will the course cover?

Why are plots hard to find?

• The Right to Build legislation

• Competitors in land buying

• Understanding the competitor advantage

How to get started

• Understanding the difference between land and a building plot

• How much land do you really need

• What to look for when looking for a plot - different plot types

• Plots to avoid

• Specialist planning policies for exception plots

Top 20 ways to find a plot

• Case study examples

• How to identify plot ownership

• Replacement dwellings

• Replacement dwelling appraisal / Checklist

• Custom build plots

• Using online maps and plans

• How to make your own plot

• Live example of using online mapping to find a plot

The plot buying process explained

• Legal considerations explained

• Option agreements explained

• How to assess the viability of a plot

• How to make sure you pay the right plot price

• Plot valuation excel model - live demonstration

Assessing the planning potential of a plot

• Planning appraisals - detailed considerations

• Obtaining pre-application advice

• How to prepare for a pre-application meeting

• Identifying plot construction risks

• Plot construction risks, detailed examples