PropertyInvesting.com | theBuildingSurveyor | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/thebuildingsurveyor/activity/ Activity feed for theBuildingSurveyor. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:49:37 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 72679a3f6b47b744dfd1cc0cb1f6fbfd theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Min Ceiling Height in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4387265-min-ceiling-height/#post-4556750 Thu, 02 Nov 2006 07:19:04 +0000 any room that is a store room, bathroom or laundry etc. is non habitable. Kitchen, living rumpus, bedrooms are habitable rooms

]]> d08d7da10d43c4efd498b42f67254a35 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic council or engineer at fault in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4387203-council-or-engineer-at-fault/#post-4556497 Thu, 02 Nov 2006 05:04:25 +0000 It just may be a matter of him taking some levels on site to verify the heights on the existing plan. Many things on plans, especially old plans need to be confirmed on site. You probably just have to wear it my friend, you didnt say how much extra this sewer survey will cost. You could try another enginner to see if he will take over but I doubt…[Read more]

]]> d087f8b3f82965869956556fb8dc254a theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic problem: easement on property... please help in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381904-problem-easement-on-property-please-help/#post-4527655 Sun, 28 Aug 2005 07:37:02 +0000 Thats what easements are for ( to allow people to connect to mains sewer, stormwater etc) yor granparents may own the land but do not have unrestricted rights over the easement. They should have known there was an easement there when they bought it. If the neighbors move their pipes they may not have anything to connect to as they main pipe is on…[Read more]

]]> 40d4216e0f5b7c77aedfb41e18d105a8 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic un-registered easements in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381775-un-registered-easements/#post-4526844 Sun, 21 Aug 2005 07:04:44 +0000 Assuming its a pipe and not an open drain it may be arguable that you can build over it without obtaining consent from the relevant authority ie council.

]]> b4deb376f6dc31677fce003037bda0f3 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Owner builder? in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381407-owner-builder-2/#post-4524232 Thu, 04 Aug 2005 12:17:28 +0000 Rick, no offence mate but where do you get your info from. The double storey one and certain size limits are news to me, you do not need to do a course only obtain a certificate of consent from the building commission. As rick says this limits building permits to one property every 3 years, and prohibits multi unit developments. I guess rick you…[Read more]

]]> 91f17fa9768039d02c8171a4ca58503e theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Light Industrial- How big should we build? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381274-light-industrial-how-big-should-we-build/#post-4523426 Sun, 24 Jul 2005 05:13:29 +0000 By keeping them under 300m2 you can save on having to provide emergency lighting and by keeping under 500m2 say 499m2 you will not have to provide fire hydrant and hose reels which have ongoing maintanance costs.

]]> 73e7ba63eff849d413959d1df3c645d0 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Box Gutters in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381192-box-gutters/#post-4522955 Thu, 21 Jul 2005 10:14:19 +0000 Try the local paper there are many roof plumbers that fix guttering and will do timber fascis as well. What it sounds like to me would be called a concealed gutter rather than box gutter, however im not a plumber.

]]> b14a8bba80c525710a094a61c6a28694 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Covenants?? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4381118-covenants/#post-4522481 Thu, 14 Jul 2005 10:30:33 +0000 I agree with Michael yardnet, forget this property, it will only take one benificiary to object and the application will be thrown out the window. Several years ago people did not throw there hands in the air at development like they do now, also people got around this as the planning and environment act did not recognize covenants for example in…[Read more]

]]> 7cac52a9d38a89ddd56e87c55d2fb183 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic A friendly 'move along' in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380580-a-friendly-move-along/#post-4518727 Thu, 02 Jun 2005 22:55:25 +0000 Hassle them to the point of harrasment. Late night phone calls, turn up several times a day and ask them why they havent left yet. Do this many times a day it may not be legal, but it works. My mum who is 5 foot tall managed to get some really bad tenants out of a unit in a week when the PM couldnt get them out at all. F the RTA make ur own rules…[Read more]

]]> 90c9a3baed13679d2f6bc917f17f4ab1 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Developing property on vacant land... in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380068-developing-property-on-vacant-land/#post-4514662 Mon, 09 May 2005 23:40:28 +0000 Steel might be a good option in perth because of the termites, but her in vic we stay away from them they are noisy, more expensive and not as flexible easy to work with. Never heard of corrosion aroma, but i might be something to look or smell for.

]]> e6f6b8c5ddc28c6f36f0674057d73cf4 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic The benefits of property developing in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379213-the-benefits-of-property-developing/page/3/#post-4509501 Thu, 05 May 2005 23:33:02 +0000 I would like to hear the comments from the seminar holders. I believe start of small and grow and learn along the way as information takes time to sink in. I wonder if any of the experts that hold these seminars would pay or have paid $3k to attend one themselves.

]]> 6fc7e55b8ee92ef1797157dd39fe6177 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic First Time Poster in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4380027-first-time-poster/#post-4514316 Mon, 02 May 2005 22:57:28 +0000 Lawyers make more money than property investors.

]]> ec147e8068f626c022f1ee0d54b1c5c5 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic How much would DA add? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379943-how-much-would-da-add/#post-4513749 Mon, 02 May 2005 06:57:27 +0000 Colbert I dont know you and dont want to.
In colberts case DA = Dumb A***hole

]]> 48c04885978cf80c4dd6f1040cc9143c theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Selling Land Privately in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379942-selling-land-privately/#post-4513730 Fri, 29 Apr 2005 00:12:32 +0000 You will need a solicitor to hold the deposit monies if you dont use a REA.

]]> b5a04655ff18b35e4b6ad1c4b5618b8b theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic How to research the age of an IP in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379911-how-to-research-the-age-of-an-ip/#post-4513523 Thu, 28 Apr 2005 22:38:05 +0000 Steve, as you would know many blocks are not built on straight away so the Plan of Subdivision Date may not have relevance to the age of a dwelling. Usually the council rates dept will have details of the age of the dwelling or atleast the previous 50 years or so which is more than enough for any depreciation schedule.

]]> 6426ea9fc657ab2a2d3b2e1c2bd59ef6 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Tenant leaving in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379908-tenant-leaving/#post-4513500 Wed, 27 Apr 2005 22:54:34 +0000 The tenant should be paying untill the lease expires in july however if it goes to tribunal you will have to demonstrate you have done everything in your power to find a new tenant, make sure a for lease sign goes up and take a photo. Also keep any advertising newspaper ads. I have been advised you cant use the bond for unpaid rent here in vic by…[Read more]

]]> 9d919943af13576120bdd147e48c24ca theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic How do i ensure my view would not be blocked in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379901-how-do-i-ensure-my-view-would-not-be-blocked/#post-4513437 Wed, 27 Apr 2005 05:19:36 +0000 Hire a cherry picker and place it on the adjoining block to the maximum building envelope. However over time trees may grow beyond this height. Unfortunatly in most cases you do not own the view.

]]> f131f9cd408816d68fb41d3588528816 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Two houses but not dual occupancy in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379809-two-houses-but-not-dual-occupancy/#post-4512983 Wed, 20 Apr 2005 23:54:56 +0000 Could be a problem if no building or planning permit was ever issued for 2 dwellings.If the proerties are broken up on the rates notice such as unit 20a and 20b find out from the council rates dept when the property was split into two properties. If it was a long long time ago you probably have less to worry about.

]]> ecfa8fa72c73bff885a21b456145f26c theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Large building companies or boutique builders in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379788-large-building-companies-or-boutique-builders/#post-4512899 Wed, 20 Apr 2005 05:35:22 +0000 Having inspected Devines workmanship, I would say that they are anything but devine, however as long as the finish looks good to the average person, the mistakes along the way dont really matter. I would invest in a spirit level and get a copy of the building commisions guide to standards and tolerences, you may be able to withhold some money as I…[Read more]

]]> e25f3805889eb28c30c8bb0cc8abe449 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic property and rent in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379772-property-and-rent/#post-4512780 Tue, 19 Apr 2005 05:44:22 +0000 Do you know ALi G Nehal He may be able to answer your question what ever that may be.

]]> 60cabe47a5ed3416c1af1218b02018c2 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Limiting legislation fro owener builders in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379722-limiting-legislation-fro-owener-builders/#post-4512506 Fri, 15 Apr 2005 06:36:34 +0000 refer http://www.buildingcommission.com.au

]]> c57b0f7a79fc84a5798101c50404e452 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Investing In Frankston in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378098-investing-in-frankston/page/2/#post-4502772 Thu, 14 Apr 2005 22:46:20 +0000 If you are interested in Frankston North or Seaford speak to Chris from http://www.mpre.com in Seaford I have dealt with hime b4 he is very honest an will not bulls**t you so to speak. The return on your investment in Frankston North will be better than most other areas of frankston, however Capital Growth may not be as high (although properties have…[Read more]

]]> 2560cdbfb1722b6e12e49549b877fcb8 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Additional Payments on principal amount in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379680-additional-payments-on-principal-amount/#post-4512291 Wed, 13 Apr 2005 05:36:13 +0000 Derek thanks for the info. Is it likely the tax office would find out if the interest claimed is similar from year to year. Not that I would cheat the tax system, I am just querying.

]]> 5328f590405463ae340c36ac06266f41 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic New Vic Owner Builder Laws in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379608-new-vic-owner-builder-laws/#post-4511939 Tue, 12 Apr 2005 22:48:33 +0000 Unless you change your name whith each job then rick unfortunatly you will not be able to do this. A site specific certificate of consent issued by the building commision will be required for each building application, regardless of who you get to issue the permit, eventually you will have to do a course to get this certificate. Only special cases…[Read more]

]]> b79e091726063aaa65a378d811e39c90 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic how much influence can my neighbour have on my hse in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379668-how-much-influence-can-my-neighbour-have-on-my-hse/#post-4512229 Tue, 12 Apr 2005 07:00:20 +0000 If you are in vic and it is a single dwelling and you dont need a planning permit the only time neighbours will be able to comment is you go outside the vic building regs. Such as to close to front to high etc.

]]> 9582575171e6c631ce8e23982e4d497c theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic minimum subdivision size in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379511-minimum-subdivision-size/#post-4511474 Mon, 11 Apr 2005 22:59:23 +0000 As a senior building surveyor in local government that works alongside and often involved with the town planning department, I see most developments that are approved in our municipality. I do think your checklist is useful and didnt realise it was free. How much do you charge for a feasability study. It does not take that much homework to work…[Read more]

]]> 8e239b68af1b6352343d51d68078d998 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic minimum subdivision size in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379511-minimum-subdivision-size/#post-4511474 Mon, 11 Apr 2005 22:59:23 +0000 As a senior building surveyor in local government that works alongside and often involved with the town planning department, I see most developments that are approved in our municipality. I do think your checklist is useful and didnt realise it was free. How much do you charge for a feasability study. It does not take that much homework to work…[Read more]

]]> 5c2f52793e73ee735a2bd3287288a578 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic unimproved value of land ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379611-unimproved-value-of-land/#post-4511952 Mon, 11 Apr 2005 06:11:59 +0000 If council will not give it out over the phone then apply for a land information certificate cost 20 bucks here in vic. May be already in the contract with the rates information.

]]> ffc4b056f0ced4148d48492ce62de4e4 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic New Vic Owner Builder Laws in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379608-new-vic-owner-builder-laws/#post-4511936 Mon, 11 Apr 2005 04:22:16 +0000 how do you build a subdivision ? Basically if you want to do more than 1 dwelling every 3 years you need to be registered. Why dont you phone them and ask any questions you may have.

cheers

]]> 9317741796e44cab721d096d5c67e19f theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic minimum subdivision size in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379511-minimum-subdivision-size/#post-4511471 Mon, 11 Apr 2005 04:11:21 +0000 600m2 is probably enough for 2 x 2 bedroom units if the existing house is to be demolished. Check the setback of neighbouring dwellings these will determine your setback. In my local council which is 45 K from melb I have recently seen 2 units approved on 450 sqm block. If there are other 2 storeys in the street then you could always go 2 storey…[Read more]

]]> 585548f24439c385f9c3764b9de8cde0 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Bank & Council Problem!!!!!!!!!!! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379627-bank-council-problem/#post-4512023 Sun, 10 Apr 2005 22:58:42 +0000 Generally here in vic, you will obtain your planning permits first for say 2 units then build the units then subdivide whilst construction is underway. The statement of compliance, which is a document the council issues to enable a title to be issued by the titles office, is issued once all the conditions on the planning permit for the units and…[Read more]

]]> 523721bf844d61486ac27f28344df667 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Dealing with RE agents in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379152-dealing-with-re-agents/#post-4509133 Thu, 17 Mar 2005 06:45:17 +0000 Due to the privacy act here in victoria council will not give out property owners information. If you pose as a fencing contractor or adjoining owner they will give it to you if you write in a request stating that you are from or acting on behalf of the adjoining property and the fence needs replacing (however this is dishonest and maybe illegal)…[Read more]

]]> cc5fca397e795320483c7cdd0fa94040 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic CGT Tax on second dwelling in the forum Legal & Accounting https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379185-cgt-tax-on-second-dwelling/#post-4509319 Thu, 17 Mar 2005 04:30:14 +0000 I have bought it 4 years ago. The new residence will become PPOR. Is there a minimum time I have to have to live in it.

cheers

]]> 35bc0f9e6d9326ae89a41d6db0042501 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Solicitor holding money back from vendor... in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379168-solicitor-holding-money-back-from-vendor/#post-4509193 Wed, 16 Mar 2005 00:29:41 +0000 I would delay settlement if possible or get your solicitor to hold back whatever you would estimate the garage itself is worth to rebuild, until the matter is sorted out. There can be many issues that need to be rectified and I wouldnt rely on the builder you had look at it that said it appears ok. depth of footings, setback from boundaries etc…[Read more]

]]> c3c241bf49c5d87d34a8e756a3ebeb3e theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic FHOG with more than one buyer in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4379040-fhog-with-more-than-one-buyer/#post-4508472 Mon, 07 Mar 2005 07:23:18 +0000 So can someone who has only owned an investment property still be eligible for FHOG ?

]]> 7a9e419b3a47001eec3b3ddfaf3a5f6b theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Experiences with Students? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378889-experiences-with-students/#post-4507497 Tue, 01 Mar 2005 07:57:31 +0000 Class 1a is a normal dwelling, class 1b is a boarding house with no more than 12 persons or exceeding 300m2 as defined in the building code of australia. Class 1b requires extras to a normal dwelling such as a smoke alarm with with evacution light.

]]> d724dc715fcb14b2463e6249a49fd8ce theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Experiences with Students? in the forum No Subject https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378889-experiences-with-students/#post-4507494 Tue, 01 Mar 2005 06:00:48 +0000 How many students would be likely share one bathroom. Is an ensuite the norm for each. Does anyone ever get building permits to convert class 1a to a class 1b.Anyone ever had hassles from Council Town Planning Department. Comments appreciated.

]]> 6475d644b18de8e7279d81903ce4e0cc theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Developing / Talking to Council in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378862-developing-talking-to-council/#post-4507327 Thu, 24 Feb 2005 00:18:31 +0000 A dependant relative unit is a movable type dwelling ie must be on stumps. It is supposed to be used for a dependant relative however over time these tend to get leased out. You may have to be careful that you do not get dobbed into to the local council if you lease it out. Could be a lot of money to spend for nothing. If you were dobbed in you…[Read more]

]]> 3136ad3a9ca642e54210bdbbd53df1f1 theBuildingSurveyor replied to the topic Developing / Talking to Council in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4378862-developing-talking-to-council/#post-4507325 Wed, 23 Feb 2005 04:46:09 +0000 Generally if a site is big enough for a 2nd dwelling it would be big enough to subdivide. I suggest you contact a designer to provide a concept drawing and then take this to your local council. Alternativly you could sketch up something yourself. You can download the requirements for 2 dwellings on a site on http://www.dse.vic.gov.au go the cluase 54 of…[Read more]

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