I advise all my clients to consult with the appropriate professionals regarding the possible presence of environmental contaminants, hazard waste, or toxic substances on or near a property they are thinking of placing an offer on. Some examples of issues a buyer should investigate for are radon gas, lead-based paint, asbestos, water quality and underground storage tanks, as well as appropriate zoning. Something buyers rarely are told to check for is noise pollution.
In the NC Triangle area, the Raleigh Durham Airport Authority has designated certain bands or areas that are subject to air traffic noise as Noise Abatement Areas. It is up to a prospective buyer to determine how that may or may not affect their decision to purchase a particular home. The RDU Airport Authority constantly considers changes to the airport. Call the Raleigh Durham Airport Authority at 919-840-2100 or go to www.rduaircraftnoise.com. Residential sellers can disclose areas affected by noise problems and other nuisances on the Seller Property Disclosure form, but do not always do so accurately. Some neighborhoods or communities may also have ordinances or covenants regarding noise issues. Private airports may also be in the vicinity of neighborhoods. More locally, that would be Horace Williams Airport http://www.airport.unc.edu/.
When you hire me and my team represent you,, we actually coordinate all of this research for you. Wouldn't you like to have a stress-free home buying process?
-Judy
www.seejudy.com
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