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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I know the standard advice is to look for a flat lot, but what are the things to look for if a listing has a steep grade? I really like the floor plan of this house: https://www.redfin.com/VA/Alexandria/3012-Russell-Rd-22305/home/11849134 It looks like the backyard is terraced well, but I'm thinking about the crazy downpours that we have. What should I be looking for when we tour in terms of water management? [/quote] I hate backyard terraces especially where one level is concrete. Families can’t enjoy the green space when kids are young, they could easily chase a ball and run over the edge to fall 4 feet to concrete. Some of the yards in NOVA are death traps that way, I’ve seen 9 fr drops from yard to sidewalk; I don’t understand how a fence is not required, but even then a fence is not reliable if a kid is barreling towards a ball at full speed — maybe a wall but that has its own issues. [/quote]
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