I'm playing a true realism game and I'm using restrictive rules to develop my character.

However, I'm rather curious how one goes about triggering the Jarl's request for the plot of land for Lakeview Manor.

So far, I've done no quests. I'm "stuck" in Riverwood until my character can train herself with the bow, but so far, I've not seen the courier to deliver the message.

I know this may be a difficult question to answer since most people installed the DLC after playing for some time.

I did read UESP's guide on the quest(s) needed after getting the note, but there's no information regarding how to trigger the courier event.

Any ideas?

If you're at the requisite level (9) for the note delivery to trigger, you may have to head indoors for a bit then back outside to get the courier to show up--You could also fast travel between the Guardian Stones and Riverwood (if fast travel doesn't go against your rules). If you're not at 9 and ready to move on, just head over to Falkreath and talk to the Jarl.

So level 9 is the trigger? Good to know. Thanks.

I knew I could talk to the Jarl at any time, but those self-imposed rules are really strict.

I'll work out a way to balance the level 9 requirement into my game. Again, thanks so much!