SCIENTIFIC VASTU | SITE SHAPE | An Architect Explains

According to Vastu Shastra, the Site ‘Shape’ affects the well being of the inmates. Some shapes have a good effect, while others have a bad effect and some others can be used after making corrections by building a ‘Vastu’ compound wall in a suitable shape. 
The shape of a site plays an important role in the overall energy balance of any plot but just the shape must never be the only criteria for accepting or rejecting a plot. All the Vastu Shastra factors including the shape of the plot  must be taken into consideration before deciding on a site. 
Since Vastu is a science, every guideline is based on logic and reasoning. As an Architect, I have attempted to explain these guidelines rationally and scientifically under the following headings, so that you can decide what you want to follow and what you don’t, instead of blindly following them like a superstition:

What is the best shape of a site and what are the effects of different shaped sites?
What are the remedies for defects in the Site shape?
What are the effects of odd dimensions in a site?
In Vastu Shastra, is there any solution for odd shaped sites?

 


ACCORDING TO VASTU SHASTRA, WHAT IS THE BEST SHAPE  OF A SITE AND WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF DIFFERENT SHAPED SITES?

squareSquare shaped site is the best shape: According to Vastu, it ensures the inmates all round prosperity and happiness. The Reasoning- In earlier times, since most houses were designed around a central square courtyard for good cross-ventilation and protection from the hot summer heat, a square Site was considered the best, as the Site could be used fully, without any wastage of space around it.

rectangle

Rectangle shaped Site is also considered good: especially if the longer sides run North to South, rather than West to East. It bestows good health, wealth and prosperity. The Reasoning- Like in a square site, it is easy to design a square or rectangle shaped house in a rectangle site even though there will be some extra land around the house. But this space can be  used for trees, outhouse etc and hence is not wasted.

Today, in the modern context, as an Architect, I also subscribe to this view. I find the rectangle shape the best for Sites- It is easier to design a house on rectangular lines since this allows for a good flow of interior spaces and the proportion of the rectangle’s sides are most suitable in designing rooms. It may be for this reason that Sites in cities are usually available in rectangular  shapes such as 30’x40′, 40’x60′, 50’x80′ etc.

triangleTriangle shaped Site is not considered good: However, if the site is very big, then it can be used by constructing a Vaastu compound wall so that it appears to be a square shaped site and then designing the house within it. The Reasoning- In a triangular site, it is difficult to design a square or rectangular house, which is the preferred shape for an efficient plan. There will be a lot of wastage of land on all three corners and very little space on the periphery of the house. Also, the plinth area of the house will be much less than, if the same plan is drawn on a square or rectangular site of the same area.

circleCircular/Elliptical/Oval shaped Sites are not considered good for houses: According to Vastu, such Sites are only good for constructing circular/elliptical shaped buildings, like public buildings. The Reasoning- Just like in a triangle shaped site, it is difficult to construct a rectangle or square house and there will be a lot of odd-shaped waste land around and hence is not considered worth buying for a house.

trapeziumPentagon, Hexagon, Octagon shaped Sites are not considered good: However, if these shapes are made rectangular or square by building a Vastu compound wall, so that it appears to be a square or rectangular Site, it can be used. The Reasoning- Just like in a triangle shaped site there will be lot of wastage of land around the building and so is  not considered worth the money you spend for the land.

l-shapeL-Shaped Site is not good for a house: However, if it is possible to buy the site on the inside of the L-shaped site to form a rectangle site, then it is fine. Or if the arms are wide enough then the site can be fenced off into a rectangle and the remaining portion can be used for a garden or  some other structure. The Reasoning- It will be difficult to design a square or rectangle shaped house in a L-shaped plot, unless the arms are very wide.

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF ODD DIMENSIONS IN A SITE?

goumukhGou-mukh (Cow faced) site is considered auspicious: According to Vastu, if the plot is narrow in the front and wide at the back, like the face of a cow, it is auspicious. The Reasoning- A square or rectangle shaped house can be designed in this plot with some excess land in the back which can be used for various things like a kitchen garden, outhouse etc.

simhaSimha-mukh (Lion faced) Site is considered inauspicious: According to Vastu, if the plot is wide in the front or entrance and narrow at the back, like the face of a lion, it is inauspicious. The Reasoning- In this plot, though a rectangle or square shaped house can be designed, the excess land will be in the front, and an outhouse or kitchen garden cannot be placed here. So the excess space will be wasted and hence not considered worth the money spent.

cutSites with cut corners are not good: If possible, you should be able to purchase the cut part as well, so that the site looks whole. The Reasoning- It will be difficult to design a house if any of the corners are cut, as some parts of the house will not have proper ventilation.

Sites with cut-corners in the North-East are not good and  should not be purchased. It is like a headless body, because as per Vastu Purusha Mandala the Vastu Purusha’s head lies in the North-East. The Reasoning- The North-East is the direction from which the sun light engulfs the house in the morning and hence should be kept open without any obstructions. So, if it belongs to someone else, that portion cannot be kept open to the useful sunlight. But in case the site has a cut in the North-East, then there are remedies which you can read about in my post Remedies for North-East defects

Sites with projections/extensions in the North or East are considered good: The Reasoning- The North-East is the direction from which the sun light engulfs the house in the morning and so if this corner is projected, there can be a lot more open space that will ensure more unobstructed sunlight.

Sites with projections/extensions in the North-West, South-East or South-West are not considered good: but can be used after corrections by building a Vaastu compound wall. The Reasoning – Having open spaces to the South and West of a site are not preferred, as the hot sunrays projected towards these directions, will heat up the house.

WHAT ARE THE PRACTICAL REMEDIES FOR CUT IN THE NORTH-EAST DEFECT?

Cut corners in the North-East are not good whereas an extension in the NE is considered very good. The Reasoning- The North-East is the direction from which the morning sun rays engulfs the house in the morning and hence should be kept open without any obstructions. So, if it is cut then the amount of light entering from the NE corner is limited. However, if the NE is extended/projected, there will be a lot more open space which will ensure more unobstructed sunlight.

Remedy for cut in the North-East:  In case a cut in the North-East corner cannot be avoided, then you can follow these remedies:

  • Place 2 mirrors such that the cut North East corner is reflected in mirror. This creates an illusion of extension of North East corner.
Irregular plan
IN VASTU SHASTRA, IS THERE ANY SOLUTION FOR ODD SHAPED SITES?

Irregular shaped sites have a negative effect on the human psyche, but can be used after building a square or rectangular compound wall around it: The Reasoning:  The compound wall protects the building and the space surrounding it from negative energies and so, in irregular shaped properties, square or rectangular shaped compound walls can be  built and the remaining area should be left for growing trees and plants.

This post was about the importance of  ‘Site Shape’ in the Selection of a Site. Read about another important Vastu Shastra consideration when Selecting a Site, namely:

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188 thoughts on “SCIENTIFIC VASTU | SITE SHAPE | An Architect Explains

  • October 26, 2016 at 4:34 am
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    Namaste
    A plot of following measurements is suitable for construction of house or hospital

    North 98.5ft
    South 109.75
    West 29 ft
    East 29.5ft
    Road on East side
    Hi Sarathi,
    It is a very longish and narrow site. It is a a challenge to build a hospital on such a site, but a good architect can do wonders. So you decide based on the intuitive feeling you get about this site.
    Admin

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  • October 16, 2016 at 5:57 am
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    Hello Admin,
    read almost comments , well suggested!!
    I am moving my business to new office facing north and it is corner site, the dimensions are north/east to south east 17ft
    north/west to south/west 27ft. east to west 50ft ,
    Kindly advice whether it is good for office business (electronics) if any remedy kindly suggest.
    Hi Ramachandran,
    In small sites, it is imperative and practical to use every inch especially for a business establishment/office. So even though this is an odd shaped site, it can be used for your business.
    Admin

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  • October 12, 2016 at 9:18 am
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    Hi,
    I am planning to buy a NE faced irregular plot with below dimensions,
    North – 33.4′ (Front)
    South – 25.4′
    East – 53.4′
    West – 47.6′
    Please let me know if there will be any problems.
    Thanks,
    Loganathan
    Hi Loganathan,
    The front is wider than the back which is not ideal as per vastu. But the dimensions are okay for a reasonably sized house. So you make the decision based on how you feel about this site.
    Admin

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  • October 6, 2016 at 11:13 pm
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    North facing plot 61×105
    80′ Main road on north side & 15′ smaller road on west
    rectangular plot north & south border 61′ ; east & west borders 105′.
    we are planning to sell west side size 28′ x 95′. After that our plot will be 33′ x 105′ with attached north-west corner of 28*10 for access to parking area.
    Plot ownership will be joint because of Muncipal rules.
    Is it advicable?
    or
    Do u suggest any other option?
    Hi Kumar,
    This division will create two narrow and long sites, which are not ideal for designing a house. But it is possible, only that the sizes of rooms will be restricted. A more squarish site would be preferable.
    Admin

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  • October 3, 2016 at 11:54 pm
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    Hi,
    My land for house construction has northeast corner extension. Should the Compound wall be square /rectangular or northeast extension is allowed?
    Thanks.
    Hi Rajan,
    NE extension is allowed.
    Admin

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  • September 28, 2016 at 5:48 pm
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    Hi I am buying a plot for hospital Cum residence purpose.the plot is L shaped
    Front is 30’facing East,back is also 30′ there is extension in the NWest of 33’×33′.Pl suggest remedy. If I plan a gallery from front to back and use the extended portion as patients ward with toilets ..then will the defect be taken care of
    Hi Dr Deepa,
    In such a small plot, you must use all the space available for planning a hospital. So use the extension as you have proposed.
    Admin

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  • September 26, 2016 at 7:44 am
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    Hi Sir/Madam
    Need suggestion to buy the plot with following measurments.
    East facing plot with road on east side.
    East 45
    West 50
    North 60,3
    South 77
    Hi Reddy,
    Seems to be okay according to me. But the decision is yours. If you feel positive about it, go ahead.
    Admin

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  • September 23, 2016 at 9:39 pm
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    Hi,
    My flat is constructed on a rectangular plot. I am planning to buy the adjacent flat. The West-South-West Corner of the current flat is getting extended, if both flats are joined.
    I request you to provide me with your valuable suggestions on how and whether I should join the flats.
    Thanks in advance.
    Hi Vivek,
    If the extension does not affect the free flow of the combined two flats, then go ahead with it.
    Admin

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  • September 18, 2016 at 7:47 pm
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    Sir I have to build a house on my plot which is 23*60.23ft East and West while 60FT NORTH AND SOUTH.BUT THE WALLS OF NORTH AND SOUTH SIDE IS NOT STRAIGHT. IT IS SLANTED TOWARDS THE SOUTH SIDE. CAN I BUILD A HOUSE IN THAT PLOT.
    Hi Aman,
    It appears to be a parallelogram. You will have to construct a regular rectangular house, but in doing so you may waste some space.
    Admin

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  • September 17, 2016 at 9:33 am
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    Hi,

    I want to purchase a plot which is North facing
    North :30
    South:30-2′
    West:52-1′
    East:48.9′
    Need your asitance as per vastu. Thank you
    HI Rajeswari,
    From a Vastu point of view, it is okay. But the decision is yours as you need to feel the right, positive vibe from this site.
    Admin

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  • August 28, 2016 at 11:11 pm
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    Hello Sir,

    Namaste, I am planning to buy a plot which is North west facing whose front is of 42.10Ft and rear is 39ft, North east wall is 62.5ft and having a house and South west wall is 62ft having last house with opened space on this side, it is sighmukhi plot, please advise should i purchase it as cost is comparaing to other site is less even if we cut away the extra front portion.

    With Thanks & Regards

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  • August 27, 2016 at 12:05 am
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    Hi
    What is your suggestion on rhombus shaped plot with east facing?
    Hi Haripriya,
    A rhombus is a square with acute and obtuse angles. You can construct a regular 90 degree house in it but there will be a lot of waste of space. So you need to take the call.
    Admin

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  • August 18, 2016 at 7:03 am
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    We are about to buy a land with house which is south facing and it is a shermukhi plot, south – 56 ft and north 50 ft, house built on it is rectangle shape with a car porch, there is a road in front means (east to west) and there is road in east side, please suggest me is this good or not.
    Hi Malar,
    A Goumukh plot is preferable to a shermukh in Vastu. But since you are building a rectangular house, it should be okay. But like I always say, ‘feel the site’ before buying it. If you get a positive vibe, go ahead.
    Admin

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  • August 10, 2016 at 8:22 pm
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    Present house is west facting. Now I want to sell this house and buy new house or flat. which direction to the present house is preferred to buy? My birth star is Sravanam and Raasi is Makaram. Kindly suggest..
    Hi Venkata Bhaskara,
    I do not know what is best according to your star….I do not deal with that kind of vastu advice. However, a North or East facing house is the most preferable.
    Admin

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  • August 7, 2016 at 9:07 am
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    Hi,
    First of all good information – thanks. I’m planning to buy 2 adjacent plots, there are two options available – both the options have a projection, please help me in deciding on one or let me know if i want to reject both if it is not at all good
    Option 1:
    Site 1 – South and East facing – Corner site (cut on South east)
    South – 52.6 (Due to the cut)
    East – 25 (Due to the cut)
    North – 55
    West – 35
    Site 2 – East facing – adjacent to the above
    South – 55
    East – 30
    North – 53
    West – 30

    Option 2:
    Site 1 – North facing
    North – 35
    West – 56.6
    South – 35
    East – 53.6
    Site 2 – adjacent to the above
    North – 35
    West – 59.6
    South – 35
    East – 56.6
    Which option would be good, i read that SW projection is bad when compared with all other projections,so confused. I will build a compound wall / fence which will be in rectangular shape. My thinking was to go with option 1 since it has a 40 ft road and being a corner gives me two entrances which suits my long term purpose of building houses for rent. Please advice.
    Hi Murugan,
    Like you say, the first option seems to be better, it being a corner site. Moreover by building compound wall to create a rectangular shaped site, the negative effect will be negated. But the final decision is yours. Go by your instinct.
    Admin

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  • August 6, 2016 at 2:16 am
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    I want to purchase a site which is West facing
    North :40′
    South:44′
    West:30′
    East:31′
    Request your opinion on this south east extended plot,
    However I may construct only within
    30’* 40′
    Thanks in advance,
    Madhusudan
    Hi Madhusudan,
    A SE extension is acceptable by some experts though it is not considered ideal. But since you are constructing within the 30×40′ rectangle, according to me, it is okay.
    Admin

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  • July 18, 2016 at 9:53 am
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    Hi,

    I have a south facing property with the below dimensions, It is also road hit on South-East, Please suggest
    East to West on Northern side : 39.75
    East to West on Southern side : 40.00
    North to South on Eastern side 62.50
    North to South on Western side 62.75
    Hi Gopinath,
    The differences in dimensions are too small to make a difference. On the SE side, where the spearing road hits the site, have a tall compound wall.
    Admin

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  • July 16, 2016 at 10:04 pm
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    M planning to build a house in plot whuch is irregular in shape with North-42’10” East-43’3″ South-25’7″ sw-16’5″ and west-32’6″. It is good to build or do we have remedies for vaastu o this land.
    Hi Bikshy,
    It is irregular but you can definitely build a regular rectangular building.
    Admin

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  • July 13, 2016 at 11:49 am
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    Hi Admin,
    I’m planning to purchase North facing lot
    North 41.09
    South 54.44
    East 161.60
    West 161.40
    The back of the lot which is south is wider than the front
    Could you please advise,What do you think about the lot?
    Hi Farheen,
    It is a good site according to vastu.
    Admin

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  • June 30, 2016 at 5:48 am
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    Sir, I recently shifted into a rented apartment which has a main door entry towards north east. But it also has a north east portion and south east portion cut. I read about the cuts being highly inauspicious later and am now worried about the prospects. Looking at your scientific explanations gives little relief but many sites list a number of health issues or loss in prosperity which could result from staying in such a house.
    Kindly advise what you think should be done when staying in such a house.
    Hi Kanika,
    I thought my site got a new convert! But alas you are still allowing the superstition to affect you. Instead, stop reading all the superstitious sites and go by your gut feeling. If you feel you are increasingly getting upset with the present house, then shift out.
    Admin

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  • June 23, 2016 at 7:38 am
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    My plot dimensions, north facing
    Road on north side and other three sides are building. East 53 ‘ , west 56 ‘ , north 30’ and south 32. Extended on south west side. How is the plot for construction . Should I make rectangular plot by leaving south west side . Please suggest . Thanks
    Hi Santosh,
    Though it is extended in the SW, you can look at the positive, it is a gau-mukhi site which is good. You should build a rectangular house within it and build a small wall or grow hedges to make the site appear rectangular.
    Admin

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  • June 21, 2016 at 1:20 am
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    Can we construct a home on a shermukhi plot ?? Can u plz suggest something to rectify it?
    Hi Neha,
    You can. Shermukhi plot is not bad, in fact it is ideal for commercial building as it has more frontage whereas a gau mukhi plot has a narrow mouth and hence provides more privacy to the residents. All this made sense in olden days when plots were huge. But in todays scenario, where the sites are very small, a wider frontage is better as you can derive more light and ventilation from the front. bUt grow some hedges to make the plot seem rectangular
    Admin

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  • June 19, 2016 at 7:03 pm
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    Need your advise, plot facing north east front is 70.6 ft and back is 59.04 feet, sides are 126.37 on south side and 127.32 ft on north side. the house is slight L shape 49.9 ft front and 44.9 at back.What would your kind advise be?
    Best regards.
    Rajeev
    Hi Rajeev,
    Grow some shrubs in such a way that the plot appears to be a regular rectangle.
    Admin

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  • June 13, 2016 at 2:13 am
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    My plot shape is front 67″ft, back 20″ft, right 55″ft and left 86″ft.
    Plz suggest about d land it is good or not.. I have come to know that dis type of land is called bakhmuki n it is not good for residencial purpose. Plz suggest.
    Hi Rajesh,
    This site has odd dimesnions but the difference between them is too much. As a result the effective usable area for a rectangular house will be quite small. That is why it is not considered good. But if you get in touch with a good architect, he can design a house exploiting the site to its best.
    Admin

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  • May 28, 2016 at 11:04 am
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    I am planning to buy a site as below 30X40
    East – to west Road, North Facing main entrance
    East to west – front 30 ft
    East to west – back 30 ft
    north to south – on east side – 40 ft
    north to south – on west side – 44 ft
    can i buy this site and construct rectangular house.
    Please advice.
    Hi Indra,
    Though it is not a rectangular site, you can build a rectangular house on it.
    Admin

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  • May 27, 2016 at 10:31 pm
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    Dear Sir,
    I am purchasing a new plot which has west side road (30′ wide)connected to north side road but plot size is around 5000 sqft and sizes as
    1. west side entry – 63’5″
    2. east side back – 60’5″
    3. north side (road side) – 75′
    4. south side – 96′
    It is good purchase and development point of view (i want to make row house / apartment on the same.
    Kindly advice.
    Hi Amar,
    It is a corner site and from the North side it is a gau mukh plot which is good. Go by your gut feeling.
    Admin

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  • May 12, 2016 at 11:28 pm
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    Dear Sir,
    I want to purchase a plot East facing
    East & West 30 ft
    North & South 115 ft.
    Please advice as per Vastu can I purchase.
    Thanks
    Hi Mrinal Nag,
    IT is an exceptionally narrow site with a small frontage. A good architect can design a good building on this site, but everything hinges on you getting the right person. Ideally a site with sides(small to big) in the ratio of above 0.6 is preferable. But make the decision based on your instinct.
    Admin

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  • May 10, 2016 at 10:50 am
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    Hi,
    my house is constructed on a rectangular plot.iam planning to buy the nearby plot.The house plot becomes l shaped if that plot is joined.The extension comes in the north east and north west direction when the nearby plot is joined.I request you to provide me with your valuable suggestions.
    Hi Sujith,
    There is nothing wrong with the extended plot. You will have to consult an architect near your place to do anything in it.
    Admin

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  • May 6, 2016 at 10:51 pm
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    Sir,
    I have a plot (around 235 sq yards) – I recently got to know that in a plot, the South west (SW) corner shouldn’t be extended (i.e. this direction should not be extended or have more open space). Unfortunately, in my plot the SW side is extended & has far more space compared to the other 3 corners. I heard that 1 of the problem’ with this is that overall prosperity is stalled & there’d be no growth. Request you to kindly suggest/guide on how to correct this?
    I’d also read that 1 of the remedies is constructing a boundary/compound wall to cut off the unwanted portion – is there any alternative to this (say digging 1 to 1 1/2 feet deep along the SW & SE corners to remove the unwanted SW extension OR laying a copper wire along the SW & SE boundaries?).
    Please guide.
    Hi Sweta,
    To get over your fear, you could build a low wall or even plant some hedges so that the site is like a regular rectangle.
    Admin

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  • May 3, 2016 at 12:22 am
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    I like to purchase a house of north facing. it of 60X40 size. But after this site their is a building and after that a small temple is their. The temple should be reached through the road in that site. May i purchase that site. Somebody is telling the shade of the temple should not fall our house. Is it true.
    Please advice me.
    Hi Dhanapal,
    By saying that the shadow should not fall, it means that the temple should not be too close and too tall. But in your case it is not the case. So you can consider it, but again it is your decision – go by your gut feeling.
    Admin

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  • April 25, 2016 at 9:02 am
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    Sir,
    V have a drain in north & west side of the property. Is it okay. If not, what are the type of issues we may get. Regards
    Hi S Kumar,
    Why worry about the possible issues? Drains will be there according to the orientation of the site and you cannot and need not do anything about it.
    Admin

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  • April 21, 2016 at 7:01 am
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    Hi,
    The plot I am planning to buy is a little shermukhi. Is it ok to buy? Please help
    Hi Aditya,
    Forget the shermukhi aspect. Go by your gut instinct. If you like it, go ahead.
    Admin

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  • March 26, 2016 at 10:12 am
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    I plan to purchase plot which is East facing and 3 side road dimensions is as follows
    East–30 feet
    North —39 feet
    South—23 feet
    West—33 feet
    Suggest me
    Hi Sudheer,
    This site is gou-mukh, that is it has a narrower front and a wider back whic is auspicious in vastu shastra. But the final decision is yours. If you feel positive about it, go for it.
    admin

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  • March 18, 2016 at 12:35 am
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    Hi Sir,
    My house dimensions are West:24 South=47 East=14 North=45.
    Entrance is West face. could you please suggest remedies about south west corner extension.
    Regards,
    Satish Thota.
    Hi Satish,
    Why do you need remedies? Leave it as it is.
    Admin

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  • March 16, 2016 at 11:31 am
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    Hi Sir,
    We are looking at a corner plot. Plot is facing West and South.
    Dimensions are:
    North:48
    South:28
    East:46
    West:40
    Its a irregular plot with no 90 degree corners. Should we buy this?
    Bharath
    Hi Bharath,
    It is a goumukh plat, that is with narrow fronts and wider backs which is good according to vastu. But it does not have 90 degree corners and the site dimensions are small. So when you construct a house, you will have to build a regular rectangular house within the available space, which will not be much. So you could have small rooms and a not a very efficient plan. So think of all these factors before you make a decision.
    Admin.

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  • March 10, 2016 at 12:19 am
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    Dear Sir,
    My Plot is 28’X54′ with North-West Corner Road
    North Side : 28′
    East Side : 54′
    West Side : 54′
    South Side : 28′
    I would like to construct an House with ‘U’ Shape, I want to make open face of ‘U’ on the Mid-Western side, so that I will have a view to the western road,Please advise.,
    If not possible as per Vastu, I would like to Construct the same ‘U’ shape building with open face of ‘U’ to on the Mid-Eastern side., Want to Place greenary in the Open space of ‘U’
    Hi Jaipal Reddy,
    It is nice to have a U shaped building as you can incorporate greenery into the U. But I would suggest, you build it facing East so that all the rooms will get ample light from the East instead of the west which will be very hot.
    Admin

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  • March 8, 2016 at 6:10 am
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    Hi,
    I am looking to buy a plot with these dimensions. Overall the plot is north facing and in quadrilateral shape.
    E 30 ft
    W 40 ft
    N 24 ft
    S 26 ft
    Please suggest if I can go ahead with the purchase. Thanks in advance!
    Hi Jan,
    The front is narrower than the back and so it is a good site according to Vastu.
    Admin

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  • February 3, 2016 at 10:41 pm
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    Hi ,

    I have an idea to buy a east facing flat at First Floor has length 31 ft and width 16 ft rectangle in which north east side has inclined small rectangle shape with length of 9ft and width of 2ft and south east corner has inclined small rectangle with length of 4ft and width 6ft, Is it adviseable to buy?
    Hi Gnanam,
    The best test is to “feel” the apartment. Gauge your feelings when you are in the apartment and see if you feel positive or negative. If you feel it is good for you, then go for it.
    Admin

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  • February 2, 2016 at 8:52 am
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    sir,
    I am planning to buy a vacant land which is east facing road side , The dimensions are
    1. EAST 31 FEET
    2. WEST 26 FEET (NORTH WEST PROJECTED AT WEST)
    3. NORTH 40 FEET
    4. SOUTH 35 FEET (SOUTH EAST EXTENDED AT SOUTH)
    PLEASE ADVISE ME HOW TO RECTIFIED THIS PLOT AS PER VASTU
    REGARDS
    VENKATESH
    Hi Venkatesh,
    Build a rectangular house with 90 degree angles within the site. but there will be some wastage of site area.
    Admin

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  • January 17, 2016 at 6:18 pm
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    Hi,
    we have a land and The dimensions are
    Front 26.27m
    back 17.4m
    side 29.55m
    side 31.47m
    we are planning build a rectangular house in there and it will build along the 29.55m border. Please advice, if this is OK from Vaastu aspect.
    Hi Dulmini,
    Yeah it is fine to build a rectangular house. Just make sure that you plant hedges in a rectangular shape around the house, so that it appears like a rectangular site.
    Admin

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  • January 4, 2016 at 8:07 pm
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    Sir
    I have seen a west facing plot with southwest extension. But builder is telling that he will cut it in a rectuangular shape and build a compound wall and leave the traingle shaped southwest extension and not registering it on my name. Can I buy the plot and construct a house ?
    Regards
    Raghav
    Hi Raghav,
    It is always preferable to build on a rectangular plot instead of one with odd corners. So as long as you are not paying for the extension, I do not see a problem.
    Admin

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  • December 4, 2015 at 10:32 am
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    Dears,
    I wish to purchase a building on plot have following dimensions, the plot is east facing and have road at north side as well,
    East side 31.9 feet
    West side 36.3 feet
    south side 56.3 feet
    North side 56.3 feet

    The NW is extended 2.5 feet compared to NE The SW is extended 2 feet compared to SE.
    The building have 3 shops at east side and a house behind facing north, on both ground and first floors. The building is built on rectangular shape.
    I request your kind advice and suggestion on buying this property.
    Hi Velu,
    The site is a gou-mukh site which is considered auspicious. You can read about it in my post on site shapes.
    According to me the site seems to be fine. But the final decision is yours.
    Admin

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  • November 18, 2015 at 11:05 pm
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    Hi,I have plan of purchasing the site with dimension in the records it in 30*30 but the actual is 30*32 is it ok to purchase as per the vaastu.
    Please advice.
    Hi Mohan,
    It is advantageous that the site is bigger than what the records indicate. It is not a negative from vastu point of view.
    Admin

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  • November 13, 2015 at 8:57 am
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    I am planning to buy a site of 2720 sq ft with a house built of 747.50 sft; West facing; North to South – both front and back 40 ft; West to East: North side 67 ft & South side 68 ft. because of 1 feet, the perfect rectangular shape is affected.
    Right side of the house from entrance (south side of the plot) mango, coconut and Banana trees are there.
    Please advise whether as per vastu this plot is okay for buying?
    Hi Chandrasekar,
    A difference of 1 foot will not affect the vastu of the site adversely because you can always build a rectangular house. Also, the presence of useful trees are an advantage. But, whether this site is good for you, I cannot say. You should go by your “gut feeling” when you stand in the site. If it is a positive feeling, then go for it otherwise avoid it.
    Admin

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  • November 1, 2015 at 7:59 am
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    Hello Admin,
    I have a question.. Im planning to buy a road facing – West facing SherMukhi plot ( wider at front and narrow at the back). Many people are saying it is bad and not good for residential purpose and resale value will take a hit..
    What is your suggestion? Is it possible to design good house out of it. The proper rectangle side is 27(width) * 50(depth) and in the front it is more than 27feet..
    Need urgent feedback
    Hi Vincent,
    I would not treat the site as a typical “shermukhi” site, because the difference between the back and front dimensions is just a few inches. But then it all depends on how you view things and the effect of your friends advice. Like I always tell my readers, do a simple “feel” test. Spend some time in the site in solitude and “feel” it. If you feel good then go for it, otherwise avoid it. It is [possible to design a rectangular house in your site.
    Admin

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  • October 27, 2015 at 2:44 am
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    Hi,
    I am looking to buy a plot with these dimensions. Overall the plot is West facing and in Trapezium shape.
    E 40′
    W 40′
    N 55.8′
    S 53.4′
    Please suggest if I can go ahead with the purchase. Thanks in advance!
    Hi Sharanya,
    The site seems to be okay though it is not clear in which direction there is an extension. If it is in the NE it is very good according to vastu. But anyhow, construct a rectangular house on it.
    Admin

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  • October 8, 2015 at 8:49 am
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    sir, i have a plot having roads in east & north,it’s side length are east-57ft,west-45.9ft,south-55ft,&north-56.9ft, please guide me to correct it according to vastusatra.
    HI Dr Jibachh,
    It is an irregular shaped site. But being longer on the Eastern side, it is advantageous as you can get a lot of sunlight especially in the morning. Build a regular rectangular house and grow plants in a rectangular shape around the house, so that the irregular corners are regularised.
    Admin

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  • September 25, 2015 at 3:34 am
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    Dear Sir
    I am planning to buy a vacant land which is north east facing, the only problem is – it is not a perfect rectangle. The dimensions are
    1. Front- 22.5m
    2. Back- 22 m
    3. Right Side- 51m
    4. Left side- 48 m
    The front of the land is in a straight line . I will be building a rectangular house on it.
    Please advice, if this is OK from Vaastu aspect.
    Grateful for your advice
    Regards
    Richa
    Hi Richa,
    The width variation from front to back is not too much. And since you are builing a rectangular house, it should be okay.
    Admin

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  • September 14, 2015 at 12:25 pm
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    Hi, we have purchased an east facing site which is 40ft in front and 47 ft at the back which makes the north west corner extended than the north east corner. The house is built in 30*40 area leaving rest of the space towards north end vacant. please advise if any corrections need to be made.
    Hi Abhilasha,
    From what I have understood, you need not make any changes.
    Admin

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  • September 13, 2015 at 12:19 am
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    Good Afternoon sir,

    I have a Purchased a Plot in “L Bow ” Shaped Plot.

    Dimensions are

    North -9′ feet
    South – 27’8″ feet
    west – 25’6″ feet
    South-East Corner -20’3″ feet
    North-East Corner -25’2″ feet

    This is plot is having a North East facing Road.
    Is it suitable for Residential House? Please advise me sir. I am Waiting for your Valubale Suggestions.
    Hi Phanikumar,
    I am unable to visualise the site plan. From what you have described, it appears to be a 5 sided site with the NE corner cut. If that is the case, according to Vastu it is not ideal. But since yours is a North facing plot, this cannot be considered very inauspicious in Vastu. Just make sure that your house is designed in such a way that you are able to benefit from the sunlight in the NE corner.
    Admin

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  • September 5, 2015 at 9:08 pm
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    Hi,
    I have purchased property facing nw and plot is singhmukhi trapezium shaped but house is rectangular with grass on all the sides plz advice how to overcome the effect of singhmukhi plot..
    Thanks
    Hi Ruchika,
    Since the house is rectangular you need not fret. If the trapezoidal shape is very apparent in the compound wall, then plant some shrubs to make it appear like a rectangular plot.
    Admin

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  • September 1, 2015 at 3:41 am
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    Hi Sir,
    Thank you in advance for your help.

    I am purchasing a house, built on a plot of irregular shape.

    Site and house are north facing by road.

    Width (front side) – 19 feet, 9 inches.
    Length – 31 feet, 9 inches (east side)

    Width (back side) – 19 feet, 10 inches
    Lenth – 33 feet, 9 inches (west side).

    Please advise me if this is a good one or not? Appreciate your response.
    Hi Madhu S,
    The width of your site is almost the same in the front and at the back. So it wont affect you adversely.
    Admin

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  • August 17, 2015 at 8:49 am
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    dear guruji,

    Am planning to buy a plot to construct a preschool.Please advise if the dimension of the plot is profitable .details below
    facing-EAST
    DImensions-EAST-36 FEET
    WEST-40 FEET
    NORTH-59 FEET
    SOUTH-62 FEET
    Regards
    sudha chinnappa
    Hi Sudha,
    Since your site has a narrow mouth in the front, it is called a “Gau-mukh” which is good according to Vastu Shastra. But the ultimate test in such matters is for you to stand inside the site and ‘feel’ it. If you feel positive and happy, then go ahead and buy it.
    Admin

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  • August 16, 2015 at 10:42 pm
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    Dear Sir,

    I am planning to by an East facing plot with the following sizes:

    East – 57’4
    North – 60
    South – 60’3
    West – 51’9

    Is the above plot is good for residential purpose, do wee need to make adjustments in the plot while constructing?
    Please advise
    Many thanks
    Satish
    Hi Satish,
    While constructing, make sure that your house is rectangular in shape. Arrange landscape trees/shrubs in such a way that the plot appears to be rectangular in plan.
    Admin

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  • August 16, 2015 at 1:56 pm
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    Hi,
    Ca you please advice whether the below shaped site is auspicious, as the North east side is extended.
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    The total area is 1825 with road on North and East side.
    Thanks
    Hi Deepak,
    A site extended in the NE is always good from morning sunlight, point of view. Just make sure the rectangular portion enough for constructing a site.
    Admin

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  • August 10, 2015 at 12:29 am
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    dear sir i have a plot having norh side road of 84 N, 64 S, 50 E and 49 W plse suggest whether it is good or not as Vastu shastra
    Hi Naresh Kumar,
    This is a wide mouth site and not the ideal site according to Vastu Shastra. But according to me it’s not a problem. You can plan a rectangular house in this site and plan landscape in the extra triangular space. But the most important is to stand in the site and feel the ‘vibrations’ before you take a decision. If you feel positive and happy there, go for it. Otherwise avoid it.
    Admin

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  • August 5, 2015 at 10:33 pm
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    Hi i m going to purchase a plot of 1950 sq feet. Facing west. Its front is 45 feet back is 32.5 feet rigt side is 50 feet and left side is of 51 feet. On back side i get additional triangular shaped open space of 400 sq. Feet facing east touche with an open park. Pls guide me
    Hi Hemant,
    You have a simha-mukh site with a wider mouth. Refer to my post on Vastu shastra: Site Shape. BUt you have a nice site as you have a park on the East side. So design your house in such a way that a lot of windows open towards the East and North sides.
    Admin

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  • July 28, 2015 at 5:00 am
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    Dear Sir,
    I am planning to buy a site facing North . it is a corner plot North side and West side are roads. plot size is 70 ft (width) on north side and length is 50 ft. i.e frontage is wider 70ft and length is 50ft. Please advise is it a good site as per vasthu or i should go for other better options.
    Thanks.
    ARG
    Hi Arg,
    A wider frontage is always advantageous as you will get more light. But ultimately it depends on your instinct, the way you feel while standing in this site. If it’s a good vibe, then go ahead and buy it.
    Admin

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  • July 27, 2015 at 2:55 am
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    I would like to puschase an appartment in ground floor with a wide garden. The appartment is a square. The garden on the other hand has a side cut in north or an extension in west. I do not know how to consider it. If I construct a small wall of 50 cm, the garden will be squared shape. Is a wall of 50cm good enough? Or is it preferable to not buy this appartment?

    Is there any other remedies?

    Thank you in advance for your reply.
    Hi Sri,
    Just be happy that you have a garden attached to your apartment and stop worrying about the cuts!
    Admin

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  • July 26, 2015 at 12:55 am
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    Planning to buy a site which is facing towards east
    NE to NW 27ft
    SE to SW 23ft
    Please advise will it be a good as per Vastu shastra
    Hi Nagpal,
    What are the front and back dimensions?
    Admin

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  • July 24, 2015 at 7:50 pm
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    Sir,
    i have a plot with following schedule and planning to build a house.
    1: It is a North East corner site.
    2: – North (facing Road) : 30 Ft
    – East ( facing Road); 43 Ft
    – South ( facing other site) 50 Ft
    – West ( Facing other site) 40 Ft
    { It is like perfect rectangle(30×40) attached with a triangle of 20 X40 on east side )

    I am thinking of utilising 20×10 0f the triangle with rectangle (30×40) for my construction just to accommodate extra space either for kitchen or dinning space. is it recommendable. and also i am planning to use outer stairs in in the remaining triangular space to reach 1’st floor.
    Please give your suggestion.
    Arun
    Hi Arun,
    Since yours is not a particularly big site it is advantageous to utilise any extra space that you have. So your proposal is fine according to me.
    Admin

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  • July 19, 2015 at 10:52 pm
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    We built a Ground plus one building in Triangle plot. In which Aagneyam corner is not there. Only Eeshanyam, North & west sides are there. Complete narrow in East and wide in west side. little North west road face is hitting the building. Please reply with your valuable suggestion. Shall we keep the building as it is or sell it immediately.
    Hi Mahesh,
    Such a big decision should be made only after you have given it a good thought. ll the family members must try to ‘feel’ the house. If you get positive vibes then there is no need to sell.
    Admin

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  • July 15, 2015 at 3:48 am
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    Hi,

    I bought a East facing plot and size given below,
    East(Front) – 37
    west(Back) – 35
    north(Right side) – 30
    south(left side) – 30

    Is it good for residential?
    Hi Durai,
    It has a wide mouth since the front dimensions are more than the back. Just make sure that the house you construct is rectangular with 90 degree angles.
    Admin

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  • July 11, 2015 at 9:44 am
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    our lot is north east facing but the east corner is not 90 degree but 75 and west corner has extension of 115 degree rest two corners are 90 degree is there a remedy we can use to fix it. Thank you
    Hi Verma,
    Your site is okay provided you build your house in a retangular shape with 90 degree angles.
    Admin

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  • July 5, 2015 at 8:39 pm
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    Can I construct house on a triangular shaped plot .road is on south and north.is it possible to carve out a rectangular plot and then to construct house on it
    Hi Kiran Kumar,
    Yes it is possible to carve out a rectangular area, but this is possible only if the plot is large enough.
    Admin

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  • June 29, 2015 at 10:14 am
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    I Have buy a house which is simha mukh, front- West….back-East…..it is 35 square meter,2 room are present in this house.the last part after 2 rooms which is narrow, we want to use this to make wash-room. Would It be fine? Please suggest.

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  • June 16, 2015 at 11:04 pm
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    Dear Admin,
    We are looking at a west facing plot with the following dimensions:
    West: 55 ft
    South: 180 ft
    East: 150 ft
    North: 208 ft

    The house can be built with a 75ft setback on the west side due to a county rule. Though being a westfacing goumukh plot with a wonderful north east extension is it a good plot to go for. Our only concern is with the 75ft foot set back for the house on the west side ,though the plot is narrow at the front should we consider that the west is more open than the east or is there a separate rule for goumukh plots. When we look area wise east area is still more than the west.
    Please Advice.
    Thanks in Advance
    HI Priya,
    Like you say, you have an extension in the NE corner and this is a goumukh property with shorter front and longer back site dimensions, which is all good as per vastu. IT is always advisable to leave more area in the front as the light to the house is unobstructed. So it does not matter that this is a west facing property. Keep the 75′ setback in the west but it would be nice if you can keep some space in the east as well to allow morning light into the house. Since you have a plot of such big dimensions, I think it will be possible.
    Admin

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  • June 15, 2015 at 6:39 am
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    Dear Sir, Iam looking towards purchasing a land to build office infrastructure. The site that has been shortlisted has following dimensions. North 51.7m, East 39.2m, South 42.4m, West 16.4m. The site is facing North which is the road, all other directions are surrounded by other properties. Since the plot is tapered, where West is shorter than East, someone mentioned it may be Vastu complaint, Please advise
    Many Thanks,
    Shyam
    Since the site is extended in the North and East directions, it is vastu compliant eventhough it is not a goumukh site.
    Admin

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  • June 12, 2015 at 6:06 am
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    Hi, I am planning to buy a plot of very slight odd dimension,west facing plot towards road.
    west – 30 ft
    East – 30 ft
    north – 54 ft 10 inch
    south – 54 ft 8 inch
    Is it ok to buy as per vastu? Need urgent help. site is west faced with road on west side.
    Hi Lds,
    There is hardly a difference of 2″ between the sides. And 2″ is negligible when you consider the dimension of the site, 656″. So it is okay.
    Admin

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  • June 9, 2015 at 12:24 am
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    Hi
    I am planning to buy a site with built houses. the land is wider at the front and Narrow at the back.

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    Main Road 20FT
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    Need your advice.
    We are going to letout all the housed for rent and they are all east facing houses
    at the front left corner there is a Shop.
    Hi Raja,
    The site is a simha mukh as it has a wider mouth. This is not preferred in vastu. I am just saying this because there will be lots of vastu specialists warning you about the bad effects. But according to me it is a good site as it is north facing and you are planning to build hoses facing east. But the ultimate decision in such matters is to be made by you.
    Admin

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  • June 2, 2015 at 11:44 am
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    i have purchased a plot in parellegram shape with sides 12><48,how can i remedy,this is commercial shop site,plot is facing west and one longer side is slight forward than other and makes parellogram,how can i remedy this,,please help…
    Hi Gursimran,
    Construct a rectangular building within it.
    Admin

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  • June 2, 2015 at 6:27 am
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    I am planning to buy and industrial plot whose shape is rectangular but its measurement is as follows:
    North Facing Plot
    North to South distance is – 95 ft
    East to West distance is – 135 ft
    Hi IG,
    What’s the problem? If you like it go ahead.
    Admin

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  • May 24, 2015 at 6:42 pm
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    Hi…
    I am interested in taking a flat in a society the shape of the plot is northwest extended …that is north is front east is a straight line south is also a straight line the northwest tapers towards south west so as north lenght is double of south side length …roads on north n west side n the buildin we want to take a flat in is in south of the plot ….is it ok..does the plot shape affect flat vaastu
    Hi Rashmi,
    The plot shape does not affect the individual flats. It is only considered when you look at the entire apartment building as a whole. So you can choose whichever flat you want.
    Admin

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  • May 16, 2015 at 2:22 pm
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    I want to buy a house. The plot has a road in the north and a road on the east. The plot shape is triangular with north side almost cut. If I draw a line from the north point to southwest point. There is no west side. example, east 20 units, south 20 units, north 5 units. No west.
    The shape of the house is rectangular and faces east. There is another opening on the north side.
    Is such a site/ house favorable?
    Hi AG,
    A triangular site is not considered good in vastu shastra because after placing a rectangular house, there will be a lot of wastage of site. But in your case, if the house is comfortably sized and well lit and ventilated, then you can consider this house. But the best judge is you- trust your instinct.
    Admin

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  • May 8, 2015 at 8:13 pm
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    Hi sir
    I want to know whether booking an apartment which has a wider front in south direction and tapering as it goes towards north.
    South 40 ft and
    North 33 ft
    Hi Aishwarya,
    You do not need to look at the shape of the apartment.
    Admin

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  • May 6, 2015 at 9:53 am
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    Sir I want to buy a plot in which North East corner is cut but have 40 feet wide road another road is south facing please tell me can we made a rectangular house in it
    North west wall 18.3 Metor
    North East wal. Is 5.1 North then tilt towards East an it the corner 6.8
    East south wall 13.95
    South west wall is 10 Metor. All measurements is in Meetor
    Pl reply me soon I have faith on u
    Hi Dr Navin,
    You can construct a rectangular house in the site though it is slightly disadvantageous that it has a cut NE corner. Consult an architect in your area.
    Admin

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  • April 8, 2015 at 8:15 am
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    My lot is pie shape and situated between exactly N and NE also there is a lake in north east
    Lot is facing north from road and back (south) is open
    right side of lot (east line, still in north zone) is slightly towards NE =178 sq. ft. (this line is right angle)
    left side of lot (west line, still in north zone) is =124 sq. ft.
    front portion of pie lot is =25 sq. ft.
    back portion is=55 sq. ft.
    is it good forresidential
    thanks
    mish
    Hi Mishalpali,
    Honestly I haven’t understood the orienttion of the site. But other things like North-NE facing, lake in the NE are all favourable points according to vastu. But I always say that the final call is to be made by you based on your instinct when you stand in that plot and ‘feel’ it.
    Admin

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  • March 17, 2015 at 9:30 pm
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    Sir,
    I would like your advise on purchase of odd sized plot with following dimensions

    North : 30ft
    East: 45ft
    West : 63 ft
    Direction of facing: North (30 ft)
    It is increasing from 45 ft (east) to 63 ft (west)
    HI Sarav,
    The site is North facing, a positive. But it is trapezoidal in shape. it does not matter as the odd triangular space can be used for a garden. But the main thing is how do you feel when you stand inside the site. Do you get a positive vibe? then go ahead.
    Admin

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  • March 15, 2015 at 9:15 am
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    Hi Sir,
    I am planning to buy a west facing plot of the following dimension:

    North side – 44.5′
    South side – 55 ‘
    East side – 34.75′
    West side – 35.25’

    We are planning to construct a commercial shop downstairs and our residence on the first floor. Please guide us if we can buy this plot.
    Hi Thiyagu,
    There does not seem to be much difference between the dimensions of the front and the backs of the site. So though it is irregular shaped it seems to be okay.
    Admin

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  • March 10, 2015 at 3:19 am
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    I’m looking to buy a plot which is East facing & gomukh shaped. It is regular on three sides except the north. The north boundary is stretched on the north west.

    I read on the blog above how this is inauspicious as it will block morning light, but adjacent to the north side there is a huge open green space which will never block the light. Also the plot is big enough for me to build a regular shaped house.

    Please suggest whether I should go ahead with the project or if I should look for regular shaped plots.
    Thank you
    Hi Amrit,
    Go ahead. It is goumukh shaped, East Facing and has an open space in the North Side. you cannot expect all aspects to be perfect.
    Admin

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  • March 10, 2015 at 3:05 am
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    Dear Sir,

    I’m looking to buy a plot which is East facing & gomukh shaped. It is regular on three sides except the north. The north boundary is stretched on
    HI S,
    Go ahead. It is goumukh shaped and East Facing.
    Admin

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  • March 8, 2015 at 7:46 pm
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    Sir,
    I am planning to purchase site. and below are the site details which i saw yesterday.
    site is West facing , odd site , on the north side Water tank and there is a walk way of 3m between site and water tank compound. On the south of this site is one more odd site bit smaller in size. and on backside(east)it is open as such, they are planning for layout extension where again odd sites may come up.
    Dimensions:
    Road side(west face) 36.42
    backside(east face) 37.51
    Right side(north face) 37.5
    Left side(south face) 45.4
    Total area 1535 sqft, in that we can make 36*37 square.
    Please suggest.
    HI Ravi Patil,
    The way I see it, the front is slightly narrower than the back and so is considered a goumukh site which is considered auspicious in Vastu.
    Admin

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  • February 28, 2015 at 6:26 pm
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    we found one North facing plot ( N04 inclined towards West) measuring
    North to South -> 91.39+65.70 and East to West ->145.70+119.59.
    North facing Road =91.39
    South dimentions =65.30
    East dimention =145.70
    West dimention =119.59
    Could you please let me know is this good to buy this plot and construct a house.
    Thanks,
    shiva
    Hi Shiva,
    This is a quadrilateral shaped site, which means it has odd angles and not regular 90 degree angles. But the good thing is that it is a North facing plot and is long along the east-west axis. So you can build a rectangular North-South house so that all rooms get light from the East-West directions. Since the site is large, you can easily accommodate a rectangular house without being constrained by the odd angles. You could also plant shrubs or hedges in a rectangular shape around the house so that the site feels regular.
    Admin

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  • February 9, 2015 at 7:12 am
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    Hello, I am planning to buy an east facing site, which is not rectangle. the site dimensions are below.

    The east side width is 30 feet and the west side width is 35 feet.
    North and south side length is 50 feet. The south west corner is 5 feet more
    compared to south east corner.
    The site can be made as 30X50 feet rectangle shape.
    but the extra space & cross shape will be there on the south west side.
    This site is the last site of the layout and dead end of the road.
    Can this site be purchased?
    if yes, will there be any negative effects & positive effects.
    can you please clarify the same.
    thank you!
    Regards
    Hi Jodee,
    Build your house in a rectangular shape within the 30’x50′ space. The extra space in the SW corner can be used for a washing stone, hanging clothes or a kitchen garden.
    Admin

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  • January 22, 2015 at 8:17 am
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    I am looking fora builtup house. The plot is in triangle shape. The east and south side are straight line and a cross atnorth joining the east and south wall. The builtup house is at square shape and facing east. Is it okay and good ? The total area is 1300sqft
    Hi Anand,
    Since your building is square in shape, the vastu of the house is fine.
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  • December 27, 2014 at 1:27 am
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    My plot is west facing with front as 38′ and side as 50′.On the East side the plot is longer by 11′.It joins the West side at 38′.Is this vastu wise auspicious??
    Hi Swaroop,
    Your front is shorter than the back which makes this an ideal site.
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  • December 21, 2014 at 8:48 am
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    Sir Namaskaram.
    We have seen a corner plot facing east facing park but the size of the plot is EAST48.6 NORTH IS 60 WEST IS 44.2 & SOUTH 60.2. i AM IN A DILEMMA BECAUSE OF SOUTH EAST EXTENSION. WE HAVE ROADS ON SOUTH & EAST SIDE. HOW TO MAKE IT VASTU PERFECT? Pls suggest. Thanks.ii
    Hi Selvii,
    Since the extension is on the SE corner at the junction of the South and East roads, it should be fine. Moreover the site is east facing which is a positive, and faces a park which is a bigger positive. So do not bother about a slight extension.
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  • December 17, 2014 at 8:29 pm
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    Dear sir,
    we have one house which is build on 30 X 40 site. the ground floor is L shaped building,moulded with concrete and remain site constructed with brick wall with sheet roof. and in the 1st floor moulded building on longer arm of L. now we want to build up a room on smaller arm of L.
    In the plan view the building on 1st floor will be looking like L shape. is it good as per vastu.Please advise
    The site facing east.
    Thank you
    Hi Rajeesh,
    If the L-shaped plan of the house is functional and there is no wastage of space, then why worry about the shape of the plan.
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  • December 17, 2014 at 4:56 am
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    Dear Sir…

    the size of plot is below mention…Please advise can it be gaumukhi if we setoff 6 ft from front(East-south)
    W-22.9(Back)
    **** *******
    s-9* *
    * *
    ***** * N-31
    * *
    S-31* *
    * *
    * *
    * *
    ***************
    (front)E-30
    or How can i remove remedies of vastu or Singhmukhi house.
    Hi Rakesh,
    As it is the site is small, so why do you want to set off from the front? Instead build a rectangular house in the available space.
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  • December 10, 2014 at 10:01 am
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    I am thinking of buying and house. The built up house is exactly square shaped but the plot is odd shaped. Two sides are straight and these are the north and east facing sides. the west side is straight up to half the length of the plot and then tapers directly joining the east side point resulting in a trapezium. Hence the effect is that the garden is kind of triangular shaped. Will this pass vaastu? Is it worth proceeding based on the fact the house is facing north and is square shaped
    Thanks for any advice!!!
    Hi Praveen,
    The good thing is that the house is square shaped. In my opinion the triangular garden is okay. But if you do not feel comfortable about it, then build low compound walls on the west and south sides to make the plot square/rectangular.
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  • November 30, 2014 at 6:34 am
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    There is a corner site that we are interested to purchase and we would like your advise on the same. The North and West sides are bound by roads and the South and East sides are bound by sites. It is a trapezium and the site measures as follows – 47 ft on the North side, 42 ft on the West side, 60 ft on the South side and 40 ft on the East side. Please advise if it is auspicious to proceed further.
    Hi Sowmya,
    This is a gaumukhi site from the North side which is considered auspicious in Vastu Shastra.
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  • November 27, 2014 at 12:46 am
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    Hi Sir,
    I want to take a home for rent which is in cross direction,i had compared to other houses of that street, they are also constructed in same manner.please suggest me can i take it.
    Hi Raja,
    I do not clearly understand what you mean by cross direction. Does it mean that the house is not aligned to the cardinal directions? Either way, it is fine and will not make much of a difference. You can be reassured by the fact that all the houses in the street are in the same directions.
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  • November 26, 2014 at 11:54 pm
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    Dear sir,
    I have one house which is shape of 7 and east facing, front: south east – north east 30 ft but middle : south to north is 15 ft on 10 ft from west (back side) and west-north to east-north is 30 and west-south to east-south is 10 and 30.back:: south west – north west 24 ft. Please advise can it be gaumukhi if we setoff 6 ft from front where size of plot is west to east is 24-15-20-25-30.
    Hi Rakesh,
    I have not understood the plan of your house/site clearly. But from what I can make out, I assume you want to setback by 6′ so that the site dimensions are more regular and rectangular. You can do all that provided the room dimensions are not affected. There is no point in wasting site space and making small rooms around just for following Vastu.
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  • November 20, 2014 at 3:26 am
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    Hi, I’ve been searching for explanations on why the shape of a plot is so important and your post is the only explanation that I have found so thank you. I can see the reason for downward sloping plots being less favourable – the Sun’s energy can not flow through them as easily. Any thoughts?
    Hi Sam,
    You are right that sloping sites can obstruct the Sun’s rays. But then, if the site is higher in the South and lower in the North towards the NE corner, then it is a favourable site, because the Sun rises in the NE and moves to the SE, then the SW and finally sets towards the NW. So at any time of the day, every part of the site gets sunlight. This is the reason why in vastu, the NE part of the building should always be lowest and the SW part, the highest.
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  • November 18, 2014 at 11:54 pm
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    Hi
    My plot is east facing with 40 ft in front 40 ft on south side but 48 ft at backside giving it an irregular shape.The house built on it will be in a rectangular shape. Kindly advise how to avoid the effect on it.
    Hi Abhilasha,
    There is no problem as you will be having a rectangular building. Use the irregularly shaped land around the building for a garden etc.
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  • September 28, 2014 at 5:58 pm
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    Hello sir
    I have seen a house which is on triangular site. But it is very big site of 950 SQ M. Front is very wide and back became slick but all three sides are in straight line House is already built. quite rectangular. house.and it has big back yard. If we construct an wall at the very end to make it rectangular then is it good? Please let me know your views
    REgards, Amit Laha
    Hi Amit Laha,
    Preferably have walls or fences on three sides so that the site appears to be a rectangle.
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  • March 24, 2014 at 2:07 am
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    Hi, I want an advice for this size of the plot.
    I have built a house on foll dimension of the plot
    North East- to south east 54
    southEast to south west 90
    north east to north wast 72
    north west to south west 54

    Please suggest any alteration required as I am staying in this bldg. for last 17years but not a penny can be saved pl advice.
    Hi Pushpa Manjunath,
    You have not mentioned which side your site is facing. Anyhow, don’t blame the site. But if it is constantly niggling in your mind, I think you should plant some hedge or compound wall in such a way that the plot becomes rectangular in plan. This way you may feel some change will be there.
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  • August 16, 2013 at 8:30 am
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    Thanku for valuable advice! If the piece of land is L shaped ! Can we use d extra arm as a car park n make d house into an rectangular one? Or we can only make it as a garden
    Hi Jegee,
    Both ideas are good.
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  • January 8, 2012 at 8:09 pm
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    can we buy site near to public water tank??

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  • July 11, 2011 at 8:49 pm
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    MY LOT IS WIDER IN FRONT WHICH IS NORTH SIDE. AS U GO BACK IT IS RECTANGULAR UPTO 2/3 AND WHEN1/3 REMAINS IT STARTS TO NORROW FROM WEST SIDE. YOU CAN SAY A RECTANGULAR LOT WITH EXTENSION IN SOUTH EAST. IS IT OK ? DO I NEED TO DO ANYTHING ?
    PLEASE ADVISE
    THANKS
    Hi Lina,
    From what I understand, it is not an extension but the site is tapering towards the south. Leave it as it is.
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