Initial Planning - Land Division / House Construction

If you press for optimal walkability, it will become longer because it optimizes the tread width :)

.. I know, I had only constructed this example picture once, as in another thread exactly this space was intended for the staircase, to demonstrate this lack of abundance. And in this case, I wanted to demonstrate that the space provided by is now not sufficient at all.

Hello,

I have one more question about the shared plot of about 200 sqm.

Does this area serve "only" as a driveway and access to the house for you, or is this space also used by the residents of plot 1?

Personally, I really like the walls at a 45° angle – we have designed the entrances to the children's rooms in our attic with two walls at a 45° angle as well, and so far the resulting more spacious hallway and the deviation from the usual right angle has pleased every visitor. It's just, like so many things, a matter of taste... :cool:

If you like something like that, then build it that way – we also didn't let ourselves be confused by terms like "makeshift solution" and are very happy about it today.

The bathroom on the ground floor is personally too big for me – but with regard to a later possible division into two apartments, it's not completely unreasonable.

I share your concerns about the staircase – I find both the location and the dimensions somewhat unfortunate.

I would reconsider the wall between the bedroom and the dressing room as well. As it is, you can only place one wardrobe; otherwise, it becomes too tight – how about the idea of planning a built-in wardrobe (floor-to-ceiling) instead of the partition wall – that way, you would almost double the storage space – that’s exactly how we designed our sleeping/dressing area as well.

I would also reconsider the bathroom in the attic – at least swap the shower and toilet (including window) – this way, the showerhead could be mounted on the narrower end of the shower and you could probably do without a shower door altogether.

Regards,

Dirk

Development plan/restrictions

-> It is a 1270 sqm plot, which we do not own alone. We would like to divide it and then build on it with two families. For this purpose, we have created an initial draft plan. It contains our considerations regarding the plot size, the boundary line (preferably a real division), the surrounding environment, and the rough spatial orientation. The plot is sloping; the height difference is also included in the plan. Since it is located in the old town center, there is no development plan. Therefore, we have relatively few requirements. The plot is located in a dead-end street, which hardly offers any parking opportunities. For this reason, cars must be accommodated on the plot.

Hello Tschi,

Floor area ratio/building plot ratio should not be a problem, however, dividing the plot would be unnecessarily expensive in NRW and would trigger encumbrances, so speak with architect/surveyor to see if there are other solutions.

- Is the building plot already burdened by encumbrances for the halls of the winegrower's operation?
- Why should a joint plot be formed? I would solve that with easements ...
- Is a garage directly on the street permitted?

Best regards
Dirk Grafe