Building plot for the villa: Selection and size
The building plot shapes the villa more than any other decision: location, layout, topography and the permissible development according to GRZ and GFZ set the framework for the design. This page objectively classifies the most important criteria.
The building plot sets the framework for the villa
Before the design comes the building plot. Its location, its layout and the planning law requirements determine how large a villa may become, where it is placed and how it orients to the surroundings. Villas often include 250 to over 1,000 m² living area; in order for the building, garden and privacy to come into a good ratio, generous building plots are the rule. The permissible development results from the development plan, in particular from the site coverage ratio (GRZ) and the floor space ratio (GFZ).
Topography and subsoil influence the costs considerably. A hillside plot enables a view and exciting architecture, but often causes additional effort for foundation and drainage. How such factors are reflected in the budget is shown on the page about the cost drivers. Regional particularities and their characteristics are covered on the page about the locations.
Criteria for building plot selection
| Criterion | Significance | Reference value |
|---|---|---|
| Plot size | Ratio to the villa, open space, setback areas, privacy | often 800 – 5.000 m² and more |
| GRZ (site coverage ratio) | permissible proportion of the buildable plot area | often 0.2 – 0.4 in villa areas |
| GFZ (floor space ratio) | permissible floor area in relation to the plot | often 0.3 – 0.8, depending on the development plan |
| Topography | hillside location, orientation, view, development effort | Slope: additional costs for foundation possible |
| Location advantage | lakeside location, forest edge, panorama, connectivity, neighborhood | strongly price-forming, location-dependent |
Reference values from market observation, project-dependent. GRZ and GFZ result bindingly from the respective development plan. This overview is a general explanation and no legal advice.
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Correctly assess special locations
Hillside location
View and architectural potential, but additional effort for foundation, statics and drainage. Soil report and early static assessment are advisable.
Lakeside location
Shore protection, flood risk and water distances limit the development. Strongly price-forming, thorough review of local requirements necessary.
Privacy
Size, layout, planting and building positioning determine the insight. Quiet, generous plots offer more leeway.
How the building plot and building mass can be combined in the floor plan is covered on the page about the floor plan of the villa. An independent review of the project is offered by the construction consulting.
Frequently asked questions about the villa plot
Factual answers regarding size, GRZ and GFZ, hillside and lakeside location as well as privacy – reference values, project-dependent, no legal advice.
How large should the building plot for a villa be?
What do GRZ and GFZ mean?
What should be considered for a hillside plot?
What should be considered for a lakeside plot?
How do I secure privacy on the building plot?
Does the building plot affect the construction costs?
All information consists of guide values from market observation and is project-dependent. Statements on GRZ, GFZ and building regulations are general explanations and not legal advice. Luxus-Villa recommends local specialist advice for binding questions.
