Notable Advantages of Building in Chacala

Our key people are local to the area and know where to obtain many building materials at little or no cost. Some nearby beaches yield sand for the hauling. Certain streambeds contain enormous amounts of gravel and anyone needing gravel can go there and find what they need. Some land-owners have a tremendous amount of rock and decorative boulders on their land. They are eager to be rid of them and will let you haul them away without charge. There are no regulations that disallow the removal of these materials from these places; therefore, none of this is illegal. However, to hire a contractor who may (or may not) be aware of these sources of materials, is to pay him his charges for hauling and pay him for the materials as well. Our advantage is our knowledge of where to find these materials. This will constitute a source of some beautiful hardwoods for the construction of our houses at a very minimal cost.

We have identified several towns in Mexico where we can purchase the best tile, bricks, antique doors, furniture and items of Cantera stone: lintels, door and window surrounds, fountains, and etc. We intend to establish close relationships with the most promising merchants in each of these categories.

We intend to employ some of the methods of construction that were used in times past. Today, many of these methods have since been replaced by new methods and modern materials. So much has been lost in this process that only very old homes now feature what it is we intend to create.

The artistic nature of the homes we plan to create. the materials we intend to use to achieve this, and the notable advantages we have, will set our project apart from all other developments in coastal Mexico.

We have established relationships in some very key, government offices. We now enjoy the advantages of favorable zoning interpretations, ease of attaining permits of all kinds, special concessions regarding building-height restrictions, etc.

For more information e-mail Sue Escobido at sescobido@aol.com