Split Level vs 1.5 Story

SelfBuild2019 · 2019-04-15 21:03:33

Due to planning restrictions and having a sloped site, it looks like we are being restricted to these 2 options. Looking for some pros and cons on each. I’m told Split Level is much more expensive to build? Any advice would be appreciated

15-04-2019 10:03PM

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Due to planning restrictions and having a sloped site, it looks like we are being restricted to these 2 options. Looking for some pros and cons on each. I’m told Split Level is much more expensive to build?

Any advice would be appreciated

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#2 15-04-2019 10:14PM

sydthebeat

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Split level will have a "basement" element, and thus is more expensive.

However the site should dictate the design, and a steeply slopped site would generally suit a split level, moreso than a level house which may require a large about of excavation and build-up groundworks.

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