What type of new construction are you referring to? 

Due to this, we have been investigating the possibility of purchasing land and using an owner-occupied construction loan to build a new property.

As far as using Federal land for new construction, that might help near Jackson, Wyoming.

An Architect, ballpark, would be anywhere from 6-10% of the Construction cost depending on who you get and the deliverables provided.

I recently spoke with the town's zoning inspector, who confirmed that the building is in a GB (General Business) zone.

FYI I did my due diligence and got a home inspector that was relatively OK.

For a tenant to receive a reduction, the landlord must have actual or constructive notice of the existence of the defective condition."

When investing in New Construction, you are controlling the property for the first, BEST years of a buildings life.  

I am looking to get some type of construction to perm loan to build a primary house for myself However, I’d like to get a loan that allows as little % down as possible and allows me to be the builder.

The areas I lack experience in would include construction, repairs and handyman work.