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Sebastian Köln wrote:Having lived on a north facing slope for two weeks, I would not build on one in Abkhazia. It is great for trees and animals, but not for sun (and warmth) loving humans.
But if you have a small piece that gets enough sun, I don't see much of a problem.
Tyler Ludens wrote:For me in a hot sunny climate, that north-facing slope would be a big plus. The north-facing slope on our place is much more moist than the south and west facing slopes.
If you get any frosts, a north-facing slope can help fruit trees bloom later, avoiding frost-killed blossoms.
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