Porter Davis
There isn't any need to. As I wrote previously, there isn't a set term, there is just commencement based on earlier of contract signing or building permit issue and…
Porter Davis
That's a good move and if its a standard HIA contract without amendments, they shouldn't be asking for a deposit before providing insurance anyway.
I don't think the 12 month expiry…
Porter Davis
That's good to hear. It sounds like you're in a better position than most, as it seems like they pushed a lot of their customers to pay for stages…
Porter Davis
Really sorry to hear you have been caught up in all of this. I've been through this before but from the perspective of taking over builds as I've done…
Single story build cost
Single storey shouldn't get to $600k assuming it's your standard suburban dwelling. Even double storey should be able to be under. A lot would depend on finishes and extent of…
Insurance on mid construction build
Hi Flacco,
Unlikely you'll get insurance on the structure. Insurers generally won't provide insurance to a non builder for what is basically a building site - especially at just 60%…
Angle lintels and end bearing
If im interpreting your post correctly, end bearing doesnt matter (in the typical masonry opening lintel sense), as the columns are picking up the beam. The angle is just…
Anyone Built with Langford Jones (Melbourne)?
They probably mean none of the documentation needs amendment and so all of the drawings and reports can simply be re-used (unless you are planning to amend). The permit…
Anyone Built with Langford Jones (Melbourne)?
I really feel for everyone impacted. From the stories here it sounds like all the usual rubbish by a builder prior to an insolvency event.
I noticed some people unsure…