Free Home Lots Application/Guidelines
For application and further information regarding free residential lots, contact:
City of Osborne Economic Development Office
130 North First Street, Osborne, KS 67473
785-346-2670
1. Free lots available to those families willing to build a new home within 24 months.
a) Must sign with a contractor within 6 months of application approval.
b) Construction must be completed with in 12 months of application approval.
c) Complete occupancy within 24 months.
2. Homes constructed on free land must not carry personal property titles (mobile home).
3. Homes must be a minimum of 1,400 square feet on ground level.
4. Homes must be constructed with a foundation that has a crawl space or basement.
5. Special Assessments may apply depending on the location of the lot.
6. Construction of the home shall meet all City zoning and Uniform Building Codes requirements.
7. Applicant will be responsible for all Title Insurance required.
8. Applicant shall pay the city a $500 deposit upon signing an agreement with the City. This
deposit shall be refunded to the applicant after the applicant has performed all terms of the
agreement.
9. Other provisions made by the City of Osborne may apply.
Please note that the Sunset Addition map is platted only. Sunset Addition does not have 9th or 10th Street access at this time, however there is immediate access to Main Street and 11th Street. It should also be noted that the sewer line is not deep enough for a basement drain.