Does your builder have an environmental impact study for the community you have an interest in? If not, you should seriously explore the economic and health consequences that you could face in the event negative environmental issues related to the land your home is located on are discovered. It is a good policy to never, never, never, consider purchasing a home on land that may have been exposed to harmful environmental conditions. The following comment is not made to alarm you but to keep you totally informed……..If hazardous environmental conditions are discovered on the land you purchase that can not be "cleaned up", it could cause a total loss of your investment…..In addition, you could be liable for the clean up cost!!!!

Much has been learned about the health risks of certain home building products in the past 20 years. The industry has responded by building with products and systems that make new homes a more healthy place to live.

Some of these improvements are listed below for your information:

	Asbestos has been eliminated from shingles, pipe, cement board, roof tar, floor tiles, ceiling tiles and insulation. If asbestos fibers become airborne, they can increase the risk of respiratory diseases.
	Lead is no longer used as an ingredient in paint.
	Lead is no longer used as solder for plumbing.
	Urea-formaldehyde finishes on most kitchen cabinets are now baked or cured to minimize emissions.
	Improved engineering of the heating and air conditioning equipment.
	Improved local and national codes have done a great deal to promote environmental safety.
	Insulation with formaldehyde should not be used. Individuals that are allergic to this product have become seriously ill from being exposed to the formaldehyde.

In summary, environmental issues are no longer a minor issue. You should demand answers for any questions you have. Do not make binding commitments until you are satisfied that you have correct answers to all your questions.