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Charlie Van Norman
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Buying and qualifying a lot in Texas

Charlie Van Norman
  • Flipper/Rehabber
  • Puerto Rico
Posted May 17 2022, 11:30

Hi knowledgable and helpful BiggerPockets folks, 

I'm interested in buying a lot in San Antonio, Texas and I wanted to know what specific things I should look for to ensure I'm able to build on the lot and that there are no liens / encumberances / easements / zoning that would prevent me from building. Would this be a title report or some other type of report? Is there any way to get this information without speaking directly to the planning department?

Thanks!!

Charlie

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Matthew Tyson
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Matthew Tyson
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Replied May 17 2022, 12:00

For liens - I like to use the county clerk website. Use the advanced search function to either search the physical address or current owner: Official Records Search

For everything else you are going to need to get a survey or inquire if one is available. Here are the CoSA zoning designations: BASE ZONING DISTRICTS, the Lot and Dimensions Building Table, and the CoSA One-Stop Zoning Map.

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    Robert Finn
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    Robert Finn
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    Replied May 17 2022, 14:56

    Great post from Matthew! Also, MLS listings will most likely have the Deed restrictions/ HOA information, uploaded by the seller's agent. You can always work with an investor friendly realtor to help cut some of that research time down.

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    Aaron Bihl
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    Aaron Bihl
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    Replied May 17 2022, 18:27

    I'd also call development services before pulling the trigger on it

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    Alicia Delaney
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    Alicia Delaney
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    Replied May 17 2022, 19:12

    @Matthew Tyson is right. I also recommend finding a good property attorney that can help with title work.