[azcindy]

Would you consider buying a house you like a lot with a great view plus in a location you desire, except it is close to the power lines? The power lines don't obstruct the view, but they are close to the house. I just don't know how safe it is to be near the large power lines so wondering what others think. Thanks.

Cindy

[PilotAlan]

There’s no danger from power lines. None.
A lot of people have convinced themselves that there is, and there are many conspiracy theories on the internet. But there’s no evidence of any problems despite decades of data.

[villagetinker]

Worked for a power company for over 40 years, no danger, except for public perception.....

[Ruger2506]

Originally Posted by azcindy

Would you consider buying a house you like a lot with a great view plus in a location you desire, except it is close to the power lines? The power lines don't obstruct the view, but they are close to the house. I just don't know how safe it is to be near the large power lines so wondering what others think. Thanks.

Cindy

I wouldn't hesitate for one second. Ideally you border the lines and have no neighbors. Could work in your favor. The tinfoil hat crowd may have lowered the price for you.

[Bjeanj]

No, I wouldn’t buy it, only because there seems to be a widespread opinion that it could affect one’s health. This could affect resale value. Sad, but true, IMHO.

[Stu from NYC]

All things being equal i would not buy it. Storm could knock down lines might be harder to sell.

[Aces4]

Originally Posted by azcindy

Would you consider buying a house you like a lot with a great view plus in a location you desire, except it is close to the power lines? The power lines don't obstruct the view, but they are close to the house. I just don't know how safe it is to be near the large power lines so wondering what others think. Thanks.

Cindy

Never.. I can't ever remember a house looking great that was by or under power lines. Ugly!

[MarshBendLover]

Those tall power lines are defiantly a health hazard. You have to wear an aluminum foil hat to keep it from reaching your brain and make sure that you don't accidentally climb too high touching a wire or using metal wire and not string to fly your kite.

You have more of a chance of electrical issues coming from your phone.

Those houses are good deals if the current owner actually thinks they are a health hazard. We looked at one with great view and wires above (no structure straight out on view). Ended up being sold before we got a chance to hit their price.

[Topspinmo]

Only if the tower close enough to hit the house. Power lines are good neighbors. They never complain or back stab you by reporting some frivolous violation…

[Altavia]

You won't notice them after living there for a while.

They provide some level of lightening protection. Especially if located less than the same distance away as they are tall.

But they could be a negative at time of resale.

[Rainger99]

Originally Posted by azcindy

Would you consider buying a house you like a lot with a great view plus in a location you desire, except it is close to the power lines? The power lines don't obstruct the view, but they are close to the house. I just don't know how safe it is to be near the large power lines so wondering what others think. Thanks.

Please define close. Are the powerlines 50 feet away, 50 yards, 100 yards?

Or attach a picture.

[BobnBev]

How about the wind noise, Dave? Those towers are mighty high, just sayin.

[mtdjed]

Originally Posted by azcindy

Would you consider buying a house you like a lot with a great view plus in a location you desire, except it is close to the power lines? The power lines don't obstruct the view, but they are close to the house. I just don't know how safe it is to be near the large power lines so wondering what others think. Thanks.

Cindy

L would guess you are referring to High Power lines. Regarding health issues there is some concern (Not definitive) regarding EMFs (Electric and Magnetic fields). While health issues may not be an issue, you don't see houses built under the lines. The following link discusses that issue.

High Voltage Overhead Line Side Effects: Health Risks and Safety Tips

I personally would shy away from the site because despite whether there is a health or safety issue, there is a perception of risk. If the issue is a concern for you, it will be to others.

[tedquick]

My wife and I have power lines behind our house, and we love it! We are FAR from the homes behind us. In fact, I couldn't hit one of them with my driver! We enjoy watching the wildlife living behind us. We watch 2 or 3 new osprey-families every year "nested" wonderfully behind our home, (well, actually behind and "up"). My wife and I would pay a premium to get the same thing again if we ever decided to move, which we probably will not do.

[Velvet]

Read up on electric and magnetic fields and health from reputable journals like for example, Lancet. Do your own research and draw your own conclusions. I believe some people are susceptible but not everyone. In my home I know the field of all my appliances and also the nearest power line. I think knowledge is power.

People like to make fun of it, they did the same with Fukushima. The magnitude of its impact is only now starting to be appreciated.

I would never buy near a power line. I hate the way it looks. I don’t even like to play golf near them. But we need these things until better things are developed.