Check with the newspaper of your choice before assuming you can get delivery. 1.14 - Standard parcel and overnight package delivery can be a problem for those who live in the country. Confirm with the service providers as to your status. 1.15 - It may be more expensive and time consuming to build a rural residence due to delivery fees and the time required for inspectors to reach your site. Utility services Water, sewer, electric, telephone and other services may be unavailable or may not operate at urban standards.
Repairs can often take much longer than in towns and cities.
Please review your options from the non-exhaustive list below. 2.1 - Telephone communications can be a problem, especially in the mountain areas of Larimer County. From time to time, the only phone service available has been a party line. If you have a private line, it may be difficult to obtain another line for fax or computer modem uses. Even cellular phones will not work in all areas.