When buying a piece of real estate on the East End of Long Island, a number of issues which do not necessarily play a role in real estate transactions in other parts of the state must be considered. The location of homes in coastal areas, on former farm land, and in sensitive ground water recharge areas subject to special Suffolk County Health Department rules, involve special consideration. Purchasers of residential properties on the East End should go through the following check list when making a decision about whether to buy, and these issues should be properly covered in a contract of sale, preferably drafted by an experienced real estate attorney.
I. Zoning
Contracts will typically state that the property being purchased is subject to all of the rules and regulations of local municipalities regarding the construction, use and maintenance of buildings and other structures on a property. If you are considering buying a property with a view toward adding accessory
