--- title: Coastal Home Plans NC | Starting Prices & Custom Options description: Explore customizable coastal floor plans for Wilmington and Brunswick County. See square footage, bed/bath options, starting prices, and design-build next steps. image: https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/Home%20Plans.jpeg --- [Skip to main content](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/home-plans#main) ![](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png.png?width=12&height=12&name=image-png.png)   [910.274.1488](tel:9102741488)    ![](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-1.png?width=12&height=12&name=image-png-1.png)[info@blacklabbuilders.com](mailto:info@blacklabbuilders.com) [![BLB Horizontal Logo-black&green\_](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/BLB%20Horizontal%20Logo-black%26green_.svg) ![web logo](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/web%20logo.png?width=1876&height=251&name=web%20logo.png) ![BLB Horizontal Logo-black&green\_](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/BLB%20Horizontal%20Logo-black%26green_.svg) ![SR Logo Dark](https://8510912.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8510912/SR%20Logo%20Dark.svg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com?hsLang=en) - [Current Listings](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/current-listings) - [Floor Plans](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/home-plans) - Show submenu for Services Services - [3D Visualization](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/-custom-home-3d-visualization) - [Build On Your Lot](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/build-on-your-lot) - [Design-Build](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-design-wilmington-nc-design-build-services) - [Design + Lot Feasibility Reviews](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-design-lot-review) - [Show submenu for Locations Locations](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/locations) - [Show submenu for Brunswick County Brunswick County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/brunswick-county-custom-home-builder) - [Oak Island](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/oak-island-custom-home-builderfrom-600k-black-lab-builders) - [Oyster Harbour](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-oyster-harbour) - [Southport](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-southport-nc) - [Show submenu for New Hanover County New Hanover County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-new-hanover-county-nc) - [Carolina Beach](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/-carolina-beach-luxury-custom-home-builder) - [Landfall](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-landfall) - [Wilmington](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-wilmington-nc) - [Our Process](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/process) - [Home Inspiration](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/inspiration) - [Blog](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog) - [About](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/about) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Current Listings](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/current-listings) - [Floor Plans](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/home-plans) - Show submenu for Services Services - Services - [3D Visualization](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/-custom-home-3d-visualization) - [Build On Your Lot](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/build-on-your-lot) - [Design-Build](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-design-wilmington-nc-design-build-services) - [Design + Lot Feasibility Reviews](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-design-lot-review) - Show submenu for Locations Locations - Locations - [Locations](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/locations) - Show submenu for Brunswick County Brunswick County - Brunswick County - [Brunswick County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/brunswick-county-custom-home-builder) - [Oak Island](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/oak-island-custom-home-builderfrom-600k-black-lab-builders) - [Oyster Harbour](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-oyster-harbour) - [Southport](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-southport-nc) - Show submenu for New Hanover County New Hanover County - New Hanover County - [New Hanover County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-new-hanover-county-nc) - [Carolina Beach](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/-carolina-beach-luxury-custom-home-builder) - [Landfall](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-landfall) - [Wilmington](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-wilmington-nc) - [Our Process](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/process) - [Home Inspiration](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/inspiration) - [Blog](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog) - [About](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/about) - [Build Today](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact) [Build Today](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact?hsLang=en) # Coastal Custom Home Plans for Wilmington & Brunswick County ## Each customizable plan is adaptable to your lot, budget, and lifestyle. [DESIGN YOUR CUSTOM PLAN TODAY](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-design-wilmington-nc-design-build-services?hsLang=en) --- ## HOW TO USE OUR FLOOR PLANS O #### PROVEN DESIGNS Our plans are not rigid stock designs—they are proven coastal starting points that help you compare layout, size, bedroom count, style, and budget before moving into a fully custom build or design. Begin by selecting the plan that best fits how you want to live, then customize it with structural options or tailored modifications. We can adjust layouts, exterior styles, outdoor living spaces, garage configurations, and more to your lot, lifestyle and needs. [Design-Build Process](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-design-wilmington-nc-design-build-services?hsLang=en) O #### COST OF A CUSTOM HOME Each plan includes a starting price to give you an early understanding of budget expectations. These prices do not include land or site-specific factors like lot preparation, utilities, or unique structural needs. For many Wilmington and Brunswick County homeowners, this approach offers a more efficient path into custom design by providing a clear starting point, flexible options, and better cost visibility before full construction pricing begins.  [BUILD ON YOUR LOT FOR LESS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/build-on-your-lot?hsLang=en) --- #### YOUR FOREVER HOME AWAITS -  [**Schedule Your Free Consultation**](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact?hsLang=en) [![City of Wilmington ADU Plan](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/Dogwood%201.0%20Render%20-_Final%2011.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/dogwood-adu-floor-plan?hsLang=en) ### DOGWOOD 691 sf     1 Beds      1 Baths    Starting At: **$ 270,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/dogwood-adu-floor-plan?hsLang=en) ### CAROLINA 2,039 sf     3 Beds      2.5 Baths    Starting At: **$ 565,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/carolina-brunswick-county-coastal-cottage-floor-plan?hsLang=en) [![Southern Living Cottage Homestead](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/Carolina%201.0%20Render-_Final%206.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/carolina-brunswick-county-coastal-cottage-floor-plan?hsLang=en) [![2024.05.31 - Coventry Render-1](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/2024.05.31%20-%20Coventry%20Render-1.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/coventry-leland-starter-homes?hsLang=en) ### COVENTRY 2,108 - 2253 sf     3 Beds      2.5 Baths    Starting At: **$ 520,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/coventry-leland-starter-homes?hsLang=en) [![Luxury Modern Coastal Farmhouse in Brunswick County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024.05.30%20-%20Hillsborough%20Render.jpg?width=2000&height=1125&name=2024.05.30%20-%20Hillsborough%20Render.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hillsborough-build-on-your-lot-in-brunswick-county-nc?hsLang=en) ### HILLSBOROUGH 2,542 sf     4/5 Beds      2.5/3 Baths    Starting At: **$ 615,000**     [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hillsborough-build-on-your-lot-in-brunswick-county-nc?hsLang=en) [![Coastal Southport, NC Cottage](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/2024.06.01%20-%20Warwick%20Render-2.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/warwick-southern-cottage-floor-plans-wilmington-nc?hsLang=en) ### WARWICK 2,555 sf     3/4 Beds      2.5/3 Baths    Starting At: **$635,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/warwick-southern-cottage-floor-plans-wilmington-nc?hsLang=en) [![coastal-craftsman-home-with-garage-and-front-porch-render-1](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/coastal-craftsman-home-with-garage-and-front-porch-render-1.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hatteras-coastal-cottage?hsLang=en) ### HATTERAS 2,648 - 3,016 sf     4 Beds      2.5/3.5 Baths    Starting At: **$ 645,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hatteras-coastal-cottage?hsLang=en) [![One level living floorplan for coastal communities ](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DRAFT%20Hendrix%20Render%20-_Final%2010.jpg?width=2000&height=1125&name=DRAFT%20Hendrix%20Render%20-_Final%2010.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/topsail-build-on-your-lot-supply-nc?hsLang=en) ### TOPSAIL 3,029 sf     3 Beds      3/4 Baths    Starting At: **$ 735,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/topsail-build-on-your-lot-supply-nc?hsLang=en) [![laurelwood-modern-farmhouse-exterior-render-wilmington-nc](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/laurelwood-modern-farmhouse-exterior-render-wilmington-nc.jpg?width=2000&height=1125&name=laurelwood-modern-farmhouse-exterior-render-wilmington-nc.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/laurelwood-luxury-farmhouse-by-local-builder?hsLang=en) ### LAURELWOOD 3,278 - 3,764 sf     4/5 Beds      3.5/4 Baths    Starting At: **$ 710,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/laurelwood-luxury-farmhouse-by-local-builder?hsLang=en) [![Luxury Oak Island Farmhouse Custom Home](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/2024.05.30%20-%20Roberts%20Render-2.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/roberts-luxury-farmhouse?hsLang=en) ### ROBERTS 3,432 sf    4 Beds      3.5 Baths    Starting At: **$ 860,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/roberts-luxury-farmhouse?hsLang=en) [![coastal-farmhouse-exterior-render-wilmington-nc-builder-plan](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/coastal-farmhouse-exterior-render-wilmington-nc-builder-plan.jpg?width=2000&height=1125&name=coastal-farmhouse-exterior-render-wilmington-nc-builder-plan.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/wrightsville-luxury-custom-home?hsLang=en) ### WRIGHTSVILLE 4,003 sf     4/5 Beds      4.5/5 Baths    Starting At: **$ 910,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/wrightsville-luxury-custom-home?hsLang=en) [![coastal-farmhouse-exterior-render-holloway-plan-wilmington-nc](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/coastal-farmhouse-exterior-render-holloway-plan-wilmington-nc.jpg?width=2000&height=1125&name=coastal-farmhouse-exterior-render-holloway-plan-wilmington-nc.jpg)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/holloway-luxury-custom-floor-plan-build-on-your-lot-leland-nc?hsLang=en) ### HOLLOWAY 4,171 sf     4/5 Beds      4.5/4 Baths    Starting At: **$ 940,000**   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/holloway-luxury-custom-floor-plan-build-on-your-lot-leland-nc?hsLang=en) [![Sketch plan for coastal home](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hubfs/Sketch.png)](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact?hsLang=en) ### COMING SOON 2,800 sf     3/4 Beds      2.5/3 Baths    Starting At: Coming Soon   [VIEW DETAILS](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact?hsLang=en) ## Portfolio Plans, Not One-Size-Fits-All Stock Plans The plans shown are part of the Black Lab Builders portfolio, but they are not meant to limit your design. Each plan gives you a smart starting point for layout, scale, budget, and exterior style, then we tailor the home around your lot and the way you want to live. This approach allows you to move forward with confidence while still maintaining flexibility throughout the design process.  Some homeowners start with one of these plans almost exactly as shown. Others use a plan only as a starting point, then adjust the kitchen, primary suite, porch layout, garage, upstairs configuration, exterior style, or finish package. The goal is to give a clearer path into custom design without starting from square 1. This flexibility ensures your home reflects both your style and the unique characteristics of your property.  [GET IN TOUCH](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact?hsLang=en) ## Lot & Custom Home Packages   Oyster Harbour | Supply, NC ### 1820 Harbour Edge Ln. Beautiful homesite in the sought after gated community of Oyster Harbour with a proposed custom home for coastal living. This floor plan features open living spaces, a spacious outdoor area and high-end finishes throughout. **2,464 sf **    **3 Beds**      **3.5 Baths**    **Starting At:** **$ 695,000**   [VIEW LISTING](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1820-Harbour-Edge-Ln-SW-Supply-NC-28462/197952332_zpid/) [INQUIRE NOW](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/contact?hsLang=en) [![coastal-craftsman-home-with-garage-and-front-porch-render](https://45355503.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/45355503/hubfs/coastal-craftsman-home-with-garage-and-front-porch-render.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=coastal-craftsman-home-with-garage-and-front-porch-render.jpg)](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1820-Harbour-Edge-Ln-SW-Supply-NC-28462/197952332_zpid/) ## What Plan is Best For Me? The best plan depends on your lot, lifestyle, budget, desired square footage, bedroom count, and how you want to use the home day to day. Some homeowners prioritize a first-floor primary suite, larger outdoor living areas, extra guest space, or a more open entertaining layout. Others are focused on fitting a specific lot width, view corridor, garage orientation, or HOA requirement. Our portfolio plans are designed to give you a strong starting point. Once we understand where you are building and what matters most to you, we can help compare plan options and recommend which layout may be the best fit before moving into customization. ## Can You Help Create a Fully Custom or New Design? Yes. While our portfolio plans are a helpful starting point, Black Lab Builders can also help create a fully custom home design from the ground up. If none of the existing plans match your vision, we can work through your ideas, lot conditions, layout goals, exterior style, and budget expectations to develop a new design. This is especially helpful for homeowners with a unique homesite, specific architectural vision, waterfront or view-driven lots, or a layout need that does not fit neatly into an existing plan. ## How Can I Better Visualize These Plans? We can help you visualize your home through 3D renderings and VR walkthroughs before construction begins. This allows you to better understand the exterior style, room layout, ceiling heights, flow between spaces, outdoor living areas, and overall feel of the home. For many homeowners, renderings and virtual walkthroughs make the design process much easier because you are not relying only on 2D floor plans. You can see how the home is coming together, make more confident decisions, and adjust details before they become more expensive to change in the field. ## What is Included in the Starting-At Price? The starting-at price is intended to give you an early planning number for the home itself based on our included features. It does not include land, lot purchase costs, or site-specific conditions such as clearing, grading, utility extensions, driveway requirements, flood-zone considerations, foundation changes, or unique structural needs. Final pricing depends on the selected plan, structural options, finish selections, site conditions, and any custom modifications. The starting price is a helpful baseline, but a full review of your lot, design goals, and included features is needed before final construction pricing can be confirmed. ###### Do You build On or Near the Water? Yes. Black Lab Builders builds coastal custom homes in Wilmington, Brunswick County, [New Hanover County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/custom-home-builder-new-hanover-county-nc?hsLang=en), and nearby coastal communities, including homes on or near the water. Waterfront and near-water lots often require additional planning around flood zones, elevation, wind exposure, setbacks, drainage, utilities, exterior materials, and HOA or ARC requirements. If you are considering a coastal, marsh-front, creek-front, Intracoastal, or beach-area lot, we recommend reviewing the site early. The right plan should be shaped around the land, views, access, and long-term durability needs of the property. ### SEE WHAT’S POSSIBLE Welcome to our inspiration board, a gallery curated to inspire your custom home journey. Browse through the images to find inspiration and build your dream home today! 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Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/best-floor-plan-features-retirees-wilmington-brunswick-county?hsLang=en) [How to Choose a Custom Home Plan for a Coastal Lot](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/how-to-choose-custom-home-plan-coastal-lot?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Learn how setbacks, flood zones, views, elevation, outdoor living, and budget should shape your floor plan before you build. 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Learn what to bring, when to involve a builder, and how early lot and budget review can prevent redesigns in coastal NC. Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/do-you-need-plans-before-talking-to-custom-home-builder?hsLang=en) [Custom Home Building Timeline in Wilmington and Brunswick County](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/custom-home-building-timeline-wilmington-brunswick-county?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Learn the custom home building timeline in Wilmington and Brunswick County, including lot evaluation, design, pricing, permitting, selections, site prep, construction, and move-in. Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/custom-home-building-timeline-wilmington-brunswick-county?hsLang=en) [Custom Floor Plans vs. Stock Plans: Which Is Better for a Coastal Home?](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/custom-floor-plans-vs-stock-plans-coastal-home?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Compare custom floor plans vs. stock plans for coastal homes in Wilmington and Brunswick County. Learn why flexible design, lot fit, 3D renderings, and design-build planning matter. Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/custom-floor-plans-vs-stock-plans-coastal-home?hsLang=en) [Flood Zones, Elevation, and Site Prep: What Oak Island Homeowners Should Know](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/oak-island-flood-zones-elevation-site-prep?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Building a custom home on Oak Island, NC? Learn what homeowners should know about flood zones, elevation, site prep, drainage, permits, and coastal design-build planning before construction. Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/oak-island-flood-zones-elevation-site-prep?hsLang=en) [What to Ask Before Hiring a Custom Home Builder in Southport](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/questions-to-ask-custom-home-builder-southport?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Hiring a custom home builder in Southport, NC? Learn what questions to ask about design-build, lot evaluation, coastal construction, pricing, timelines, HOA review, and custom floor plans. Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/questions-to-ask-custom-home-builder-southport?hsLang=en) [Custom Home Design Checklist for Wilmington, NC Homeowners](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/custom-home-design-checklist-wilmington-nc?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Planning a custom home in Wilmington, NC? Use this custom home design checklist to organize your lot, budget, floor plan, coastal features, HOA requirements, and design-build process. Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) [Read More](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/custom-home-design-checklist-wilmington-nc?hsLang=en) [Build On Your Lot in Brunswick County: What to Know Before You Buy Land](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/build-on-your-lot-brunswick-county-buy-land-guide?hsLang=en) [New Home Construction](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/blog/tag/new-home-construction?hsLang=en) Black Lab Builders ![Black Lab Builders](https://www.blacklabbuilders.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png&width=50&name=BLB-Circle-Logo-green%26white-low-res.png?white-low-res.png) Buying land in Brunswick County, NC? Learn what to review before building a custom home, including flood zones, septic, utilities, setbacks, HOA rules, site work, and lot evaluation. 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