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6 of the best...Self-build plots

Popular TV shows such as Channel 4’s Grand Designs and George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces continue to provide plenty of inspiration for homeowners looking to create a living space from scratch.

As the name suggests, self-builds are usually undertaken by individuals, who either do it themselves, hire contractors or order from a kit home company.

While not necessarily something that should be entered into lightly, putting your own stamp on a property is of course hugely appealing – providing a (very often) once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to construct the home of your dreams.

Employing a good architect or building surveyor will remove a large part of the stress. They can help ensure the build is completed on time and within budget, managing the tendering process to obtain competitive bids from a range of trades. And although a traditional mortgage can’t be used for these projects, specialist tailored products are available.

To bring your amazing space one step closer we’ve selected a few of our favourite self-build plots currently on the market with full or outline planning permission already in place.

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