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See what a property feasibility check can uncover.

A large lot does not automatically support a large home. These local examples show why counted floor area, garage space, coverage, and setbacks need separate checks.

Real public study · Clyde Hill

A corner lot with two street-facing setbacks

See saved parcel maps, a 10,710 sq ft lot, and a 3,213 sq ft structural coverage ceiling. Personal intake and the original homeowner report remain private.

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Illustrative scenario · Bellevue

the garage counts toward FAR

Follow a hypothetical Bellevue SR-4 rebuild through floor area, garage space, coverage, and setbacks before paying for plans.

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Illustrative scenario · Kirkland

living space plus a garage can exceed FAR

Follow a hypothetical Kirkland RS 8.5 rebuild through FAR, setbacks, lot coverage, and the conditions behind garage allowances.

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Use the example to ask a better question.

Start with your address, actual zone, and desired home size. A first-pass study can flag a mismatch before you buy plans. A survey, title review, city confirmation, and the right design team resolve what public records cannot.

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