2025
Site and zoning analysis for a semi-detached house in Reinach
Site and zoning analysis
"A plot of land, an idea for a two-family house, and the open question of its feasibility."
PHASE
Site and zoning analysis
SERVICE
Grundstücksanalyse
DURATION
2 weeks
READING TIME
4-minute read
The concern
Is a two-family house suitable for this plot of land, or are we building ourselves into a trap?
What we did
Objectively examine and compare building regulations, massing studies, and economic viability.
What was the goal?
A decision based on certainty rather than hope.
What was the initial situation?
For the developer, this was their first property acquisition. The idea and the budget were in place, but concrete comparative data and an understanding of the feasibility under building regulations were still lacking. A site analysis was intended to clarify whether the idea, its feasibility, and its economic viability were aligned.
They led us to the right decision.
Private owner, Reinach
What have we accomplished?
I analysed the zoning and building regulations plan and determined the maximum permissible building volume for a two-family house. Construction costs were estimated in broad terms and compared with achievable market values. The feasibility study was transparently documented and provided as a basis for decision-making.
What was the result?
The analysis showed that the idea was structurally feasible, but economically viable only under certain conditions. Based on this information, the owner was able to make an informed decision about whether and under what conditions to pursue the project further.
This is how the collaboration went
01
Get to know
Discuss the idea, budget, and goals together.
02
Reviewing documents
Include advertisement, ÖREB extract and documents.
03
Building code analysis
Check the permissible volume for a two-family house.
04
economy
Comparing construction costs against achievable rents or sales prices.
05
Recommendation
A written statement will be provided as the basis for your decision.
Plain text from the project
A massing study before purchase is the most cost-effective form of clarity.
What was the added value for the customer?
Development potential clarified
They know reliably what can be achieved on the property.
Economic classification
A realistic relationship between costs and achievable returns.
Comparative values for first-time buyers
Even without your own comparative experience, you will gain a well-founded perspective.
Clear recommendation
A clear statement as the basis for your decision.