“The Shape of the Land: Cortlandt Parcels in Profile”
Concept:
Instead of a day-by-day driving journal, this series takes a parcel-by-parcel approach, exploring 8–10 specific vacant lots in Cortlandt, with each post acting like a profile. The goal is to go deeper into individual pieces of land—revealing not just location and zoning, but story, structure, topography, and dream potential.
Series Breakdown:
Post 1: “The One with the Stone Foundation”
A parcel with remnants of an old structure—hinting at what once was and what could be again.Post 2: “The Ridge Lot”
South-facing slope, seasonal views—ideal for passive solar. Talk about build orientation and future resale.Post 3: “Back Lot, Big Vision”
Landlocked or driveway-challenged, but worth the fight. A good lesson in access easements and land due diligence.Post 4: “The Sewer Surprise”
A tucked-away parcel with unexpected town sewer access—highlight infrastructure advantages in overlooked places.Post 5: “Borderland”
A lot straddling zoning districts or bordering a commercial parcel—ripe for creative planning or variance work.Post 6: “Wet Corner”
A beautiful, lush piece that needs serious drainage work—help your audience see value in “difficult” land.Post 7: “Flag Lot Find”
Hidden from the road, quiet and secluded. A primer on how flag lots work and why some buyers love them.Post 8: “The Big One”
A larger parcel with subdivision potential—walk readers through early-stage thinking: feasibility, soil, road cut, and comps.
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