The Complete Land Buying Checklist

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The Complete Land Buying Checklist is designed for land buyers, investors, and those interested in purchasing land for recreation, long-term ownership, or future development. Whether you’re evaluating a property as a recreational retreat, an investment, or a potential homesite, this tool provides a structured process to ensure every essential detail is reviewed and recorded.

Here’s what this fillable spreadsheet includes to guide your decision-making:

• Property Basics & Dimensions: Record property size, acreage, and square footage to assess if the land is suitable for your intended purpose, whether that’s for personal enjoyment, investment, or development.
• Accessibility & Terrain Analysis: Document the property’s accessibility by noting road types, easements, and nearby highways. Capture terrain features like slope, elevation, soil type, and water sources, helping you assess the land’s usability for recreation, building, or farming.
• Utilities & Infrastructure: Track available utilities, including electricity, water, sewage, and internet, along with cell service coverage. This section is essential for understanding the property’s infrastructure readiness, especially if you’re considering building or need utilities for specific recreational activities.
• Environmental & Aesthetic Considerations: Capture any existing waste, environmental concerns, and aesthetic features such as views, forests, or unique landscapes. These insights help you evaluate the property’s appeal and value, whether for personal enjoyment, outdoor activities, or potential resale.
• Zoning, Permits, & Legal Compliance: Record zoning classifications, permitted uses, and restrictions that may impact your plans. This includes tracking building permits, deed restrictions, and other regulatory factors, ensuring you have a clear picture of what’s possible on the property.
• Local Services, Amenities & Future Potential: Consider nearby amenities such as hospitals, grocery stores, schools, recreational areas, and transportation routes. This section is useful for assessing convenience and community fit for anyone planning to live on, visit, or develop the property.

Flexible and easy to use, this spreadsheet is fully customizable, allowing you to tailor it to each property’s unique features and your specific needs. Just make a copy, fill in the relevant details, and use it as a reliable guide to help you determine if a piece of land is right for your goals—whether for recreation, investment, or future development.