Site Feasibility Evaluation
Find out if your property is suitable to develop or subdivide with a FREE Site Evaluation Report from Ashcroft Homes
The changes proposed by the government’s new Medium Density Residential Standards (MDRS) legislation could mean even greater development options for Auckland property owners. Ashcroft Homes are the Unitary Plan specialists and have a comprehensive understanding of the changes being proposed.
Discover the likely development potential of your site under the proposed regulations.
Find out how your property may be developed with a FREE Site Evaluation Report from Ashcroft Homes
With the increasing demand for housing in Auckland, and the changes proposed by MDRS and the Auckland Unitary Plan, there now exists great opportunities for property owners looking to add new housing.
Where once you may have been able to build one or two new homes, you may now be surprised to find you could be building three, four or more!
Ashcroft Homes have designed a range of houses, specifically with MDRS and the Auckland Unitary Plan in mind. These designs make the very best use of the land they occupy. It’s this smarter thinking, that offers significantly greater options for Auckland landowners.
Getting the right information before you start is key.
Before embarking on the development of any property, a prudent first step is to have your site evaluated so you can understand the likely development options available for your property. Ashcroft currently offers a no-cost, no-obligation site evaluation service for Auckland landowners who have land that is suitable for building and are considering building an Ashcroft home.
Our Site Evaluation Report can confirm the likely development potential of your property under the newly proposed MDRS regulations. And if your property looks feasible for development, our specialists can recommend the Ashcroft Homes’ build option that best suits your property development goal. Once appointed, our inhouse specialist teams can guide you through the entire planning, subdivision and construction process.
It’s important to note that for a small number of Auckland properties, the development potential is still under review by Council. If the likely development potential for your land is not clear, Ashcroft will notify you, and will schedule a call back with you once Council has confirmed the zoning and restrictions for your site.
You no longer need to be an experienced property developer to reap the true potential of your land!
From stand-alone homes to multi-unit developments,
our plans can make the very most of your site.
The Windsor, one of a number of terraced house designs on offer from Ashcroft Homes
The Oxford plan is an ideal stand alone house for investors looking to maximise rental returns
The Beaumont plan has been designed for smaller sections & infill housing
Or call us today to speak to a consultant on 0800 377 588
Book your FREE Ashcroft Site Evaluation
Discover the likely development potential of your property under the proposed regulations with a Free Site Evaluation from Ashcroft Homes
- Ashcroft Homes will undertake an initial review of one Auckland project address and phone you to discuss your project plans. Following that phone call and confirmation that your land is suitable for development, Ashcroft Homes will provide a report, advising what might work on your land based on your project goals.
- We may also prepare a draft scheme plan showing how one or more Ashcroft Homes could potentially fit on your site. We’ll highlight any areas of concern that will require further investigation, for example the accessibility of the site to storm water and if the site is prone to flooding. We will confirm any compliance requirements as set by the Auckland Council.
Points to note
Once registered, your voucher will be valid for 6 months. Evaluations are conducted on sections within the greater Auckland area that are suitable for development. Ashcroft homes designs are best suited to sections that are relatively flat. The Ashcroft team will conduct their initial evaluation using a suite of on-line tools – they do not need to physically visit your site. If your land is suitable for development, Ashcroft Property Development Consultant will phone you to discuss your land and your project goals. If agreed, Ashcroft Homes will then prepare a Site Evaluation Report for your property. Our Ashcroft Property Development Consultant will then meet with you, in our Eden Terrace office, to take you through the report.
All assistance provided will be made in good faith to the best of our ability, however you should seek professional advice before committing to any purchase or investment in the development of any property.
Frequently Asked Questions
We will make contact within 48 hours confirming that we have received your request and we will then allocate a Property Development Consultant to complete your Site Feasibility investigation. The assessment will be undertaken remotely and on average takes approximately 7-10 business days to complete. An Ashcroft Property Developent Consultant will then arrange a time with you to meet in our Eden Terrace offices to take you through the findings.
The Auckland Unitary Plan is the blueprint for Auckland’s future building development and replaces older legislation around what types of homes can be built on different land zones in Auckland. The plan which was developed in 2013 now allows for more intensive housing developments to be built in some areas of the city and replaces inconsistencies across 8 district councils to provide a global planning framework for Auckland’s merged super city.
The Site Feasibility Report is free and there will be no additional charges for the Feasibility Report. However, the report recommendations are made in good faith and using the best available knowledge and ability. The report findings are not a guarantee of building feasibility and may not be able to give a complete picture of the costs of building without additional tests or further investigation. Should further investigation be required that may incur additional costs, these costs will be agreed in advance with the property owner prior to commencement.
Yes, should you wish to proceed to the next stage with Ashcroft Homes you will be asked to complete a Developed Concept Stage form (DCS). This next stage enables Ashcroft to work much more closely with you to investigate in more detail the homes that you would like to build, associated site issues and costs. Should you wish to find out more about this process please call 0800 377 588 and one of our Property Development Consultants would be happy to assist.
No sorry, not at this time. All free feasibility investigations are only valid in the greater Auckland area.
Sorry, no, we do not provide Site Evaluation Reports on land that is not suitable for building an Ashcroft home.
No, our reports are in high demand and are only available to those landowners who are seriously considering building an Ashcroft home on their property.
Any advice, recommendations, ideas, cost indications (relating to development or values) contained in the evaluation or otherwise communicated should not be treated as definitive, and should be verified by the client via relevant professionals before making any financial commitment. Ashcroft Homes accepts no liability for advice given other than specifically relating to a build or subdivisions contract should it be entered into.
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