The concept behind this, since the buildings are not heated or cooled, then the pad will “Float” with the temperature changes since the heat or primarily freezing will be evenly dispersed both on the exterior and underneath the pad.

The city also requires a soil report for all new constructions except if it is less than 1,000 sq ft.

I've handled Perc, soil test, Septic plans and permits, and the architect.

That’s when I stumbled upon out of state investment opportunities - it’s like finding mining for iron ore in the murky soil.

I went to Houston to find a person to do soil sample as an example.

Because the drain pipes are laying on soil they will continue to drain even with holes in the pipes and you will never know you have holes in them.The problem with cast-iron arises when a pipe clogs under the concrete.

What really turned me on about the property was the deep soil (sloped and drained) for someone to put a vineyard, is already got a cistern on a high hill. 

It could be soils related, poor construction, drainage, failed material etc.

(if not $50,000), fire hydrants ($20,000), Roads/sidewalks($600,000), setback review, brush clearing ($100,000), grading ($50,000), soil erosion abatement ($20,000), maintenance costs or neighborhood fee agreements/covenants, wetlands, water surface drainage, legal ($20,000), building/excavation permits ($30,000),  etc. 

Be careful of prairie soil, Montgomery has foundation problems in a few areas of town and it’s important to not buy in those areas.