Your Land. Our Craftsmanship.

Build on
Your Own Lot

Already have a piece of land? Or thinking about buying one? SJI Homes LLC can build your home on your lot in Colorado Springs, Monument, or the greater Front Range. We bring the plans, the trades, and 25+ years of general contracting experience. You bring the land.

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The Idea

The Land is Yours. The Build is Ours.

Not everyone wants to wait for a builder to develop a new community. And not everyone wants to compete for pre-built inventory in a tight market. Build-on-your-lot is the in-between solution that gives you control over the land you build on while still getting a professionally constructed, quality-finished home from a builder you can trust.

Whether you inherited land, purchased a vacant lot, or found a piece of raw ground that feels like the right place to plant roots, SJI Homes LLC can work with you to put something meaningful on it. We have experience navigating El Paso County and Colorado Springs permitting, utility connections, and the engineering questions that tend to slow down smaller builders.

And yes, if the lot and the zoning support it, we will absolutely design your home with an attached ADU. That is one of our specialties, and it changes the math on affordability in a real way.

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How It Works

From Raw Ground to Move-In Ready

Building on your own lot does not have to be complicated. Here is how we typically move from first conversation to finished home.

01

Lot Evaluation

We review your lot for zoning, setbacks, utility access, soil conditions, and ADU eligibility. You get a straight answer on what is and is not buildable before you commit to anything.

02

Plan Selection

Choose from our available floor plans (including The Lander ADU plan) or bring your own design. We will tell you what modifications are needed to suit your specific lot and local code requirements.

03

Permitting & Engineering

We handle the permit application process and coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and utility providers. This is where experience matters. We have done it before.

04

Construction

Our trades go to work Monday through Saturday. You get regular updates, site access, and a builder who actually answers the phone. No Sundays on site, by principle.

05

Closing & Delivery

We walk you through the home together before closing. Our listing agent at Bahr Properties LLC handles the transaction side so you are covered from contract to keys.

The ADU Advantage

Add an ADU to Your Build —
And Change the Math

If your lot and local zoning allow it, adding an attached ADU to your new build is one of the smartest moves you can make. It creates a second living space that can house a family member, generate rental income, or simply give you more flexibility down the road. And in some cases, prospective rental income from an ADU can even help you qualify for a larger mortgage. Speak to a mortgage professional for terms and conditions.

Multi-Gen Living Parents. Adult Kids. All Connected.
Rental Income Long-Term Tenant or Short Stay
House Hacking Offset Your Mortgage Meaningfully
Future Flexibility Guest Suite. Office. Studio.
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Is Your Lot Ready?

What Makes a Good Build Lot

Not every piece of land is ready to build on right away. Here is a quick look at what we evaluate when assessing a lot, and what we can often work around.

Green Lights

  • ✓ Zoned for residential use (R1, R2, or similar)
  • ✓ City water and sewer available at the lot
  • ✓ Adequate lot size for your plan and setbacks
  • ✓ Relatively flat or gently sloping grade
  • ✓ ADU-permitting allowed by local code
  • ✓ Utility easements mapped and clear
  • ✓ Existing survey on file (saves time and cost)
  • ✓ In El Paso County, Colorado Springs, or Monument city limits

Worth a Conversation

  • ⚠ Well and septic required (rural lots) — adds cost, still doable
  • ⚠ Steep slopes or drainage challenges — engineering solutions exist
  • ⚠ Easements or HOA covenants — we review these upfront
  • ⚠ Unusual lot shape or narrow frontage — floor plan adaptation possible
  • ⚠ Soil or expansive clay conditions — engineered slab or pier foundation
  • ⚠ Adjacent to flood zone — elevation certificate may be required
  • ⚠ Raw, unplatted land — may require subdivision or variance

Not sure about your lot? Bring us the address and we will take a look at it with you. No obligation, no cost to evaluate. We would rather tell you upfront if something is a problem than waste your time or ours.

Why SJI

What You Are Getting When You Build with Us

25+ Years of General Contracting

We have been in the trades for over two decades. We know what problems look like before they happen, and we build accordingly. No shortcuts, no deferred quality, no excuses after closing.

ADU-Focused Design

We built our business around the idea that a home should do more than shelter you. If your lot supports an ADU, we will help you design one that is functional, private, and valuable from day one.

Honest Lot Assessment

We will not tell you what you want to hear just to sign a contract. If your lot has issues, we will walk you through them honestly. If it is a great piece of land, we will tell you that too.

Financing-Savvy Agent Partnership

Our listing agent at Bahr Properties LLC is an Accredited Financial Counselor. That background matters when you are structuring a construction loan, evaluating rental income for qualification, or mapping out your long-term financial picture.

Land to Find, Too?

Bahr Properties Can Help You Find Your Lot

Not quite sure where to build yet? Bahr Properties LLC actively lists vacant lots, infill parcels, and build-ready land across Colorado Springs, Monument, and the Front Range. Jacob Bahr specializes in pairing the right builder with the right piece of land.

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Ready to Move Forward?

Tell Us About
Your Lot

Send us the address, a parcel number, or just a general location and we will start looking at what is possible. No commitment required to have that first conversation.

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