Dan, you're partially right on the grandfathering aspect -- but grandfathering is a bit of a different issue than what Ms. Hinson is asking for--"grandfathering" has to do with land use vs. new zoning restrictions, if there are any. Here, the answer will be in the deed(s) of a particular property, and can be found at the courthouse. Generally speaking, deed restrictions "run with the land" and cannot be lessened, but can be heightened. For instance, if I buy a piece of property that has only one restriction, let's say it's that you can't have farm animals on the land, only domestic pets. Fine. But when I sell the land, I can add a restriction that says you can't put a mobile home on it. I'll disclose that to the buyer, and I'll have the lawyer who writes the deed to add that in when I convey the title. that'll be a restriction in perpetuity too. It gets a little more complex if it's a development with restrictions, and the developer reserves the right to change the recorded restrictions. and this is why we have title searches--to check out all the deed language going waaaay back. A good agent can help you navigate the process and ensure you conform to regulations and get what you want.
But Linda... when you do sell your property, give McDowell County a look -- we do have unrestricted land where you can do what you want, and we even have a couple of developments where you can drive your motorhome in and hook up!

Good luck down there! Hope it's turning around there like it is here!

Charlene Blevins, ERA Mountain View Properties - 828-527-2307

Usually existing uses of land are grandfathered. Are you absolutely positive that you can no longer do this where you have before? Ask the town office to direct you to the person who can give the right answers.

I have 3.71 acres that already has a power pole on the property. The current owner has a motor home set up on the property with his sewer run to a neighboring septic tank. The MLS # is 450079 and the address is 000 Bobby Gosnell Rd. The list price is $34,900. You can see more details of this property on my website http://www.dianeasimmons.com or you can contact me on my cell at 828-216-0386.

Diane Simmons
Keller Williams Professionals
Broker/Realtor
828-216-0386 http://www.dianeasimmons.com

I am amazed that this thread continues to pop up, also. I do appreciate the response, and I have saved the contact information; however, the market is still slow on property above 300,000, and until one sells, I will have to wait.

Again, thank all of you for your response.

Linda

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I have two acres on the blueridge parkway near where hwy 16 and the parkway intersect. It is very private and untouched. It is bordered on two sides by the parkway. It has a spring on it to suppy safe drinkable water. It is approx. 20 mins. from Ten. and 30 mins from virginia, approx. 1.5 miles from trading post located in Glendale Springs, N.C.. It is mostly large hardwood trees with some spruce pines at rear of property. I would be interested in trade or will sale out right. I am looking for warmer climate due to pain due to injuries which increases in cold weather.

John at hawgrider1340@yahoo.com

Hi again Linda,

Have you sold the beach property yet? Still waiting. Don't know how this question keeps popping up on the Q&A every few months. I'll search when you email me. Take care. Eddie

Linda,
Hope things are going well! I am not sure if you might be interested but there is a site in Morganton, NC that might be perfect it is a home listing with .49 acres and also a lot beside of it with .46 acres that already has the utilities needed for a mobile home. Just a thought.

Hi Linda - how are you doing with that home sale at the beach? I know things are tough right now. However, I do have some good news. A site called http://www.AshevilleRV.com will help you - click on the link below. This will show you all the homes available where your RV will be welcome!

Hi,
If you have not sufficiently gained an answer or found property to meet your needs, I will send you information and r. e. guides to help your search. All I need is a upper price range you would consider for this purchase.
Eddie Palmer, Broker/Realtor
Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles
Highlands NC 28741
eddiepalmer@dnet.net
828.506.6585

Hi Linda,
We just sold a piece of property a month ago where the folks wanted to do just that. The trick is finding unrestricted land with access to power. If you need well and septic, you'd have to install that, of course. Any property with even minimal deed restrictions in going to not allow "camping".

Give me a call at 828-551-6290, or visit us at http://www.brevardncproperty.com and we can talk some more.

Carol

Hi Linda
If you haven't visited Franklin, NC, perhaps it can be one of your next long weekenders. We have a huge inventory of unrestricted mountain land upon which you can put your motor home. We are an active, pretty small town nestled in the western North Carolina mountains...easy access to Atlanta, Knoxville, Asheville and Greenville, SC. I would like to be the one to show the area to you! I'm sure you'll love it!
Donna Schmidt, Broker
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
866-524-0113 tollfree
donnaschmidt@kw.com

Hi Linda... all answers are correct, you can do that with unrestricted property. I sell lots of land here in McDowell County...we're in "the foothills" it's called, but I say it's "the edge of the mountains" because our elevation runs from 900ft on the low side to over 5000 ft. up near Mt. Mitchell! And boy do we have some views. And Lake James! We're also conveniently located near I-40, so travel up here would be easy! Do let me know if I can help you find some property for your motorhome.
Charlene Blevins, ERA Mountain View Properties
828-527-2307
charb6@verizon.net

Linda,

You can find unrestricted land in areas within 15 to 20 minutes of Asheville. The key is where do you want to live. I can help you with Brevard and Asheville areas. If you want Hendersonville or Waynesville, I would refer you to another of our agents. My website includes a link to a magazine produced by my company on the various areas in WNC that you may find useful. You can also search the MLS on my website. I do have a "hip pocket" listing for 46 acres in Hominy Valley near Candler for a little over $400K. It is very hilly with lots of trees....not really suitable for a subdivision.

Let me know if there is anything I can help you with. My website has a lot of information and links that you may find useful.

Regards,

Deborah Francis
GRI, ePRO, GREEN
Beverly-Hanks and Associates
828-553-9019; dfrancis@beverly-hanks.com

Linda,
Yes! You can do that in the mountains - as long as you purchase unrestricted land or restricted land that allows that type of activity.

I am in the Waynesville/Maggie Valley area in Western North Carolina, just off Rt 40, West of Asheville. We still have unrestricted land here, along with a few sub-divisions that allow mobiles to be used. If you'd like me to send you a few possibilities, let me know.

I can be reach by email at: ShirleyKelley@KW.com or cell: 828-400-6295

Just let me know how much land you'd like and a rough price range!

Talk to you soon,

Your KW Consultant
Shirley Kelley
Keller Williams Realty
Waynesville/Maggie Valley