Infrastructure and Early Cost Transparency
Every site-selection conversation at HomeWrights in Colorado begins with one guiding question: “What would you like to accomplish today?” As owner Bob explains, this prompt steers clients into critical-infrastructure planning—water (well or city), sewer (septic or municipal), electricity, gas, cable, street access, bridges, and sidewalks. When details remain unclear, “we research with Google Maps, city utility maps, Google Earth, or a site visit,” he says, making sure everyone understands that “a water tap is going to be $35,000” or “installation of a gas line is going to cost $10,000” long before ground is broken. We encourage you to partner with HomeWrights early in the site-selection process to leverage our Colorado expertise and avoid costly surprises.
Driveway and Access Planning for Colorado Sites
Driveway design often defines the entire Colorado build. On one 35-acre mountain parcel outside Denver, Bob flagged the need for “a driveway half-mile long with five hairpin turns to climb 300 feet.” He recalls that the original engineer hadn’t factored in crane-footprint clearances or 60-foot steel-beam deliveries, so his input led to revised plans guaranteeing safe fire-truck access and seamless material transport—saving both time and tens of thousands in unexpected fees. By partnering with us during site selection, you tap into seasoned know-how that keeps your project flowing.
On-the-Ground Slope and Survey Techniques
When it comes to Colorado terrain, Bob champions a hands-on perspective. “We ask clients to stand six feet above the dirt with a stepladder to emulate floor levels,” he advises. Following preliminary slope and grading research via Google Earth and USGS data, he recommends a full survey on smaller lots or a targeted topographic study on larger acreage. That simple exercise transforms raw ground into a living blueprint, letting homeowners visualize sightlines, sunlight patterns, and how the land will “communicate” with their future home.
Protecting Trees Soil and Environmental Hazards
Protecting the natural Colorado setting is nonnegotiable. Bob points out that live oaks “look like shrubs but are in fact trees,” requiring special clearing equipment and county permits. When a parcel carries the “history” of a former junkyard or buried fuel tank, he budgets for soil remediation up front—ensuring environmental hazards never stall progress and that mature trees remain protected or are thoughtfully replaced. Partnering with HomeWrights ensures your build honors the land’s character and local regulations.
Permitting Zoning and Strategic Opportunity Mapping
Meticulous permitting and zoning planning pays dividends across Colorado’s varied jurisdictions. HomeWrights lives by the mantra, “Plan your work and work your plan,” and has uncovered zoning “loopholes” that turned a narrow-lot single-family footprint into a profitable duplex opportunity. By mapping every milestone—from engineering reviews to inspection windows—Bob demonstrates that “25% of a custom-home project is complete before a shovel hits the ground.”
Ready to start your Colorado build?
At HomeWrights we guide you from site selection through permits, utilities, and access planning so your project avoids costly surprises and stays on schedule. Contact Us today to begin mapping your site—from raw land to the finished home.
We have representatives in Boulder, Colorado Springs, Denver, Fort Collins, and Pueblo areas. We’re happy to meet at your home, our office, or virtually.