Smaller or Bigger lot

[glenn_duke]

If you are to build your new family ( 5 members) house - would you prefer:

A. a smaller lot (188sqm) on a secure village with wider streets

B. a bigger lot (480sqm) in an open residential area with narrow streets (narrow as in hindi hindi pwede magsabay ang innova at wigo or fort and tricycle).

Surveying for a friend.

I would recommend A, smaller lot in a secure village with wider streets.
The 188 sqm lot area is not small for a famiy of 5 it will depend on the house design and size of the floor area of the house.
You can build a 3 storey house to give more space for your garage and lanai, service area etc.

The problem with the B option is the narrow streets, I have experienced passing in this kind of narrow streets, very very stressful, especially when you have to reverse to give way to the other cars. Imagine having that experience everytime you leave your place. You also have to consider the ease for emergency responders to access your place.