Builders Wollongong

This initial phase provides an opportunity to present our design approach and ideas for your project. We conduct a site inspection if required and take time to research the location, identifying any relevant constraints by acquiring any applicable planning documents (DP, 88B instrument, sewer diagram, Section 10.7 certificate). We then finalise your brief and, with careful consideration, develop schematic floor plans that incorporate your vision for your new home, along with an estimated build cost. Balancing design, scale, and budget, we deliver a

proposal that reflects your vision while remaining financially aligned. The feasibility study phase also allows us to

identify third party pre-construction costs, giving you a clear understanding of what to expect as we move forward.

Services and deliverables:

Please note: The following list serves as a general guide to the documentation typically provided at this phase.

As each project is unique, some variation in the supplied plans and documentation may occur.

• Project brief
• Site analysis plan
• Schematic floor plan/s
• Client inspiration images to be considered as the project moves forward
• Estimated build cost

The approval stage involves preparing the design for submission to the relevant consent authority, either local council (via a Development Application) or a private certifier (via a Complying Development Certificate). We produce detailed architectural drawings and supporting documentation that clearly demonstrate how the design complies with applicable planning regulations. In most cases, councils require a range of additional documentation to accompany the drawings submitted as part of the development application process. This often includes reports and assessments prepared by specialist third party suppliers. Common requirements may cover areas such as bushfire risk, town planning, geotechnical conditions, stormwater management, waste and recycling, sediment and erosion control, flora and fauna impact, arborist assessments (trees), energy efficiency and BASIX certification. Where required, we obtain quotations from third party suppliers for your consideration and manage the coordination and preparation of their work on your behalf. We represent you throughout the planning approval process, communicating directly with the relevant consent authority on your behalf. Our team prepares a comprehensive and well-considered application to support a smooth and timely assessment, regardless of the chosen approval pathway.

Services and deliverables:

Please note: The following list serves as a general guide to the drawings and documentation typically provided at this stage. As each project is unique, some variation in the supplied plans and documentation may occur.

• Site plan
• Location plan
• Benching plan
• Site analysis and waste management plan
• Concept stormwater plan
• Concept landscape plan
• Shadow diagrams
• Floor plan/s
• Elevations
• Section/s
• Window and door schedule
• Roof plan
• Material and colour schedule
• High resolution rendered visuals
• Area calculations
• General safety design/risk management report
• General specification
• Any project specific additional plans
• Statement of environmental effects (May need to be completed by external town planner dependent on
• project)
• Waste management report
• Management and co-ordination of necessary external consultants
• Management of the approval process

The final stage involves the preparation of detailed architectural plans and documentation required for construction. This includes the completion of refined drawings ready for submission with your construction certificate application. We liaise directly with your builder and either a private certifier or the local council to manage the construction certificate process on your behalf. Where necessary, we obtain quotations from relevant third party suppliers for your consideration and coordinate their engagement to ensure all requirements are met. While the process of securing a construction certificate is often more time-consuming than anticipated, we are committed to facilitating a streamlined and timely outcome.

Services and deliverables:

Please note: The following list serves as a general guide to the drawings and documentation typically provided at this stage. As each project is unique, some variation in the supplied plans and documentation may occur.

• Site plan
• Location plan
• Benching plan
• Site analysis and waste management plan
• Concept stormwater plan
• Concept landscape plan
• Shadow diagrams
• Floor plan/s
• Elevations
• Section/s
• Window and door schedule
• Roof plan
• Material and colour schedule
• High resolution rendered visuals
• Wet area plans and elevations
• Kitchen plan and elevations
• Area calculations
• General safety design/risk management report
• General specification
• Any project specific additional plans
• Electronic dwg file
• Management and co-ordination of necessary external consultants
• Management of the construction certificate process

Our fees are tailored to each project to ensure they accurately reflect the level of complexity involved. Our service is provided on a fixed-fee basis, with invoices issued upon the completion of each project milestone.

PHASE 1 FEASIBILITY STUDY

Fixed fee at $3,500

The fixed fee payable at Phase 1 will be deducted from the Phase 2 cost.

PHASE 2 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND DOCUMENTATION

Calculated as a percentage of the estimated build cost determined during Phase 1. As a general indication, this typically ranges between 5% and 10%, with the percentage decreasing as the overall build cost increases. Generally, new build projects are charged at 5% of the estimated build cost.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

PHASE 1 FEASIBILITY STUDY

To be paid in full prior to commencement.

PHASE 2 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND DOCUMENTATION

10% of fee, deposit to begin Phase 2.

Stage 1 Concept Design

40% of the fee

Stage 2 Approval Documentation

25% of the fee

Stage 3 Construction Documentation

25% of the fee