Land acquisition and land division

Hello,

we are planning to buy a plot of land in Hessen. It is the 700m² part of a larger plot. The plot still needs to be divided. In addition, we are buying the plot with two parties - a semi-detached house is to be built. Furthermore, an easement must be granted, as the new plot can only be accessed via the existing plot. How exactly does the process work? I imagine it like this:

1. We draw and describe the area to be purchased
2. We hand over our plans to an official surveyor who carries out a subdivision survey. Through parceling, 3 plots A, B, C are created, all of which belong to the seller
3. We make an appointment with the notary. At the notary, party A acquires plot A and party B acquires plot B.
4. For plot C, easements, encumbrances, and utility rights are recorded.

Is this procedure correct? Do we need an architect to advise us? Or should we already visit the notary now who will then advise us?

Who generally bears the costs for the subdivision of the plot? The seller or the buyer?

Thanks for your help

Uli

Is this procedure correct?

It can be done that way. It requires some trust from the seller towards the buyer.

Do we need an architect to advise us?

If you are sure that the layout of your plot will lead to approval for your dream houses, you don’t need an architect yet. Without knowing the whole story, however, I would recommend involvement as early as possible.

Or should we already consult the notary who will then advise us?

I would recommend that to the seller.

Who generally bears the costs of the land division?

Everything is a matter of negotiation. In sought-after locations, a seller can demand whatever they want. A slow-selling property, on the other hand, will be even harder to sell unfinished.

that the plot layout for your dream houses generates approvability,

... initially depends on whether the new parcels still lie within the building zone.