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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Sun, 18 Dec 2005';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Some residential lots are not very flat. Building a slab house on this sloping ground can create extra work and expense. Constructing a full basement is perhaps a better choice in this situation. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Fri, 31 Oct 2003';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lots need to be carefully examined before you buy. Residential lots harbor a number of property and landscape features to study before you select one. If buying from lots for sale in a subdivision, check pertinent rules as well as all other considerations you would with any other lots. The sun, wind, elevation and drainage of the land are all critically important and are tantamount to the best stage for your home and your future happiness. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 27 Dec 1999';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Drainage of lots you are considering is critically important to review. Yard drainage disaster can be avoided if you study the landscape and slope of residential lots before you buy land to build the home of your dreams. Too late? Live in Soggy City now?.. Trench drains are one of the most dynamic landscape drainage solutions. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Topographic Maps';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Topographic maps will help you understand the elevation and slope of the land you are interested in buying. A topographic map of the lots you are considering will help you to avoid major drainage disaster, flooding and damage to your home down the road. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Topographic Maps Illustrated';
  syndicate.article_url[ syndicate.index ] = 'http://www.askthebuilder.com/B289_Topographic_Maps_Illustrated.shtml';
  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 27 Dec 1999';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Topographic maps will tell you a lot about a lot. The spacing of the topographic lines will indicate any hills or valleys on that piece of property. Topography will aid in spotting streams or storm water retention basins on the lot before you purchase it. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lots and Drainage';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = '  <table border=0 cellspacing=2 cellpadding=0 width=100 align=right>\n   <tr><td><img src="http://www.askthebuilder.com/artman/uploads/289_1-thumb.gif" height="105" width="100" border=1></td></tr>\n  </table>\nLots need good drainage to avoid huge problems for the homeowner. Water problems cause massive headaches for people who suffer flooding, damage or even just soggy residential lots. Check the lot you are considering during a rainstorm to see if you are in for yard drainage nightmares if you buy. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 26 May 1997';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Soil is a basic element you need to understand before you select your building lot. The soil profile of the land and surrounding landscape will affect your home and conditions without end. Types of soil and depth will determine specific needs for water, septic system, potential dangerous landslides, drainage potential and other important considerations. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 26 May 1997';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lot selection should include consideration of many features. Lots, whether new or existing, are unequal in features of importance, such as utilities, zoning and potential for floods or drainage disasters. Lot and home assets addressed in this column may not even occur to many people. Lots for sale should be thoroughly reviewed with these tips in mind before you choose where you will make your home. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lot Selection - 25 Tips- Part I';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 26 May 1997';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lot selection for a new or existing residence involves many important considerations. Lots have soil,land, building, and service features of critical import you need to examine. There are 25 tips total presented in a 3-part summary. This is Part I - with the first 8 pointers to make your lot selection a smart one. ';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 26 May 1997';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Lot selection criteria continue here with 8 more tips and hints. Lots under your consideration will be easier to assess before you buy. ';
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