Hi
I am looking at demolishing a 1940's weatherboard cottage and re-building a new two storey 4 bedroom house. The block of land is flat and about 700 sqm situated in Sydney, Hornsby Shire. Would prefer architect designed, but it is likely that I will be using a project home builder. Extra to the quoted building costs, does anyone have any hints for the "hidden extras" that I should be keepening an eye out for.
Cheers,
Road Runner
Thanks you for the post.
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Watch Paranormal Activity 2 Online FreeYes, you might need to do things like features and levels survey, arborist reports (if there are significant trees on the block), heritage management plans (if it's under those areas)demolition…all these things can add thousands of dollars to your project.
Also, you can find economical architect pricing if you go through a company like ours that organise the whole thing for you, we get discounted architect costs, due to the volume we put through them and we take all the headaches out of your development by organising everything on your behalf. Our costs are $10,000 and that includes the architect costs.Call or email on 0403 291 849 for further information.
Even if you go on your own or through a project builder, make sure you talk to your specific council to find out exactly what extras you will be up for, ask them what zoning it is, if there's any heritage overlays in the areas etc. Good Luck.
Amanda
Starting at the kerb: new kerb & guttering & or layback, crossover, replace footpath, footpath security bond, driveway, landscaping, front fence, mailbox, street number, paths, clothes line, predesign survey & levels, site preparation, demolition (& asbestos removal), tree removal (arborist report), basix compliance report, stormwater drainage design, stormwater retention tank, silt barriers, new sewer and/or water connection, new power/gas/phone connection, fence replacement, plan copying fees.
Then you have the actual building…. carpets/other floor finishes, light fittings (many exclude these and allow one batten or point only per room), additional power outlets, alarm, tv aerial & outlets, phone sockets, intercom/doorbell, security screens, roof/wall insulation etc. Probably too many things to note but always a good place to start.
Extensions of time – you may be paying rent for longer than you budget.
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