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A Vastu review of a plot reads the land's shape, size, road position, slope and orientation against traditional principles, before you buy. It is best done before registration, because a plot cannot be rearranged afterwards.
What the review covers
- Shape and proportions of the plot, and how regular the boundaries are
- Which sides touch a road, and how wide the roads are
- Natural slope, water flow and existing trees or structures
- Where the main gate and the house could sit on the land
- Surrounding features such as neighbouring buildings and open land
What to prepare
- The site plan or layout plan with the plot number and dimensions
- The location pin and the width of each road around the plot
- Photographs from each side of the plot
- The approved layout from the township, developer or local authority, if available
- A note of the plots you are comparing, if there is more than one
Online or on-site
A layout plan with dimensions, road widths and a location pin supports a useful first review online. A visit adds detail on slope, surroundings and access, and is worth considering for larger, irregular or higher-value plots.
Checks a Vastu review cannot replace
- Title, ownership and encumbrances, which a property lawyer should verify
- Land use, conversion and layout approval from the local authority
- Road access and the plot's legal boundaries on the ground
- Soil and structural suitability, which need an engineer
Local rules on plot size, setbacks and plan approval vary by city and authority. The review works within those limits.
Bring the architect in early
Once a plot is chosen, share the draft house plan so the Vastu observations and the architect's design can be aligned early. That is also the cheapest time to resolve any difference.