HPH390: Practical considerations when looking for a plot of land – with Ben Adam-Smith

About this episode

Ben Adam-Smith shares practical considerations for selecting a plot of land for building a low energy house.

Ben Adam-Smith shares a few thoughts about what to look for in a plot of land for a low energy house build. Check out the show notes for more information

People in this episode

Host: Ben Adam-Smith

Topics covered

• land acquisition
• low energy house
• building considerations
• sustainable living
• plot selection

Keywords

• plot of land
• low energy house
• building
• sustainability
• land selection

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