Survey. If you are planning to build on your property or put any new structure on it, you should have a survey done so that you know where the boundaries are.
Zoning. You should also check with the local government to determine if there are any zoning requirements which may restrict or in some way affect your planned use of your property. Although you may be able to request a variance, if there is a restriction, you would want to be aware of these facts prior to completing the transaction.
Water. If your property is not connected to a sewer, you should check to determine what the cost is to connect. If there is no sewer, you must have the land checked to find the percolation rate. You will need to make sure that the property is of the right size and location to hold a drain field for the septic system. If a well is in, you should have the Health Department inspect the water. If there is no well, then you might need to check with a well driller in the area to find the cost and condition of the area’s water supply.
Utilities. If utilities are not already available, you should check with the local companies to determine what your cost will be.
Building and Use Restrictions. You should also obtain a copy of the Building and Use Restrictions to determine if they will have any effect on your intended use of the property.
Homeowners Associations. If there is a Homeowners Association, you should determine if you are required to be a member and if so, what the dues are. You also need to determine whether there are any restrictions on the use of your property.
Easements. You should examine the property to determine if you have complete access to your property. You should also examine it to determine if any other parties may have to use your property to obtain access to their property.
Property Division. If you are planning on dividing your property, there may be local restrictions on this.