Decision to Make a Change; Lessons on Buying Land and Limitations of Man

[Prepared One]

I didn't mention our septic but it was perfect set up for us. 2 500 gal. tanks (The former owners had two trailers parked on the property before they built the house, thus two wells and 2 septic.) I have to get the one we use pumped every 2 or three years but there are no dosing pumps or field lines to maintain. I wouldn't do low dosing, aerobics, or grinder pump stations, they are a pain in the ass to maintain.

[BucketBack]

I have 2 tile fields with a switch every year or so

[Slippy]

A thought.... Tiny house (Less to heat), 2 of them ( his/her houses or guest quarters).. couple of goats penned around to not have to mow. leaves more money for the perfect land. (put in a stocked fish pond?).. skimp on space and splurge on security!!!

Our current home is 1756 square feet above ground and same below grade. The basement is a walkout unfinished. Above ground living is 2 beds, 2 bath and with 1 main room that is kitchen, dining and living. If I could take this same plan, shrink it 500-700 sf I'd build the same house.

It is a passive solar design (deep porches, north south orientation with few western windows etc). I researched it extensively before we had an architect draw it up. I would not do a basement again. No reason.