HEARTH + HOMESTEADER / FIELD NOTES 004
Land cost research worksheet
Unknown does not mean zero. This sheet organizes questions and quotes. It does not estimate development costs or establish that a parcel is suitable for your plans.
Print this sheet in landscape orientation and fill it in for one parcel. Keep copies of the supporting assessments, provider responses, and quotes.
| Category | Defined scope | Status | Amount / currency | Source / date / expiry | Exclusions / overlaps | Next step / who |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AccessRoute, entrance, surface, drainage, upkeep | Unknown | |||||
| WaterSupply, delivery, pump, testing, possible treatment | Unknown | |||||
| WastewaterFeasibility, design, permits, installation, service | Unknown | |||||
| PowerLocation, demand, connection or complete off-grid system | Unknown | |||||
| Site preparationClearing, grading, drainage, soil, material handling | Unknown |
Status key: Unknown · Preliminary estimate · Written quote · Confirmed not applicable. Explain “not applicable” and keep the supporting evidence. Attach more sheets when a category has several quotes or scopes.
Known-cost subtotal: __________________
Label the subtotal incomplete while material costs remain unknown. Keep estimates separate from written quotes.
Unresolved requirements and next decision
Which answer could change whether the parcel works for the intended use?
Separate ownership-budget list: purchase and closing costs, surveys and professional fees, financing, taxes, insurance, ongoing services, maintenance, and a documented allowance for unresolved risk.