Before you decide to have a building constructed, there are several important factors that you need to carefully look into to ensure that your project will be accomplished within the right time frame.
Delays can be very costly and frustrating at the same time so it is always a good idea to thoroughly plan your building construction project from beginning to end. To help get you started, check out some tips below on how to build a building.
Before Construction
1. Property and Location. Your first consideration is the property where you will be having your building constructed. Having a specific lot in mind for your project will give you a concrete idea of the size of your building based on the land area of the lot.
The location also plays an important role because this will help you find builders and other professionals involved in building construction within the area.
2. Design. The next thing to consider is the design of your building. This includes the number of storeys you want your building to have, the size in width and depth including room and section sizes, and safety measures such as fire escapes.
To help you come-up with the design plus specific steps in construction, you may seek the help of a professional building designer or architect, civil engineer, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, surveyor and/or contractor.
3. Costing. Now that you have a more concrete plan for your building, the biggest hurdle that you have to face is the budget. Depending on how elaborate your design is and the time frame by which you want the building to be completed, you have to study your numbers to be able to come-up with the right budget.
In this regard, you may want to seek the help of financial advisors who can help you work on a budget as well as provide you with financial support through loans.
4. Permits and Requirements. Now that you have a specific property to erect your building on, you have the design and your design team, and you have the money for your project; the final stage is getting all the required permits and meeting all other requirements that will allow you to legally construct your building.
You will have to check with the local government where your building will be constructed for building codes and requirements such as zoning, fire safety requirements, and adhering to safe working environment laws for everyone who will be involved with the project.
Once you have the clearance from the proper governing bodies, you can now start on your building project.
