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No probs, after thinking further, Titch’s explanation may be more probable as you can do concrete slab construction on sloping ground except you need a fair amount of excavation and possible split levels. On really sloping blocks, pole construction is more likely.
Would guess here that it is the look they are after. Why not give the Queensland Group a call and ask simply why they specify that style?
Hi Emmjay79,
A stump home as far as I am aware is a house which is built on stumps or piers, ie brick columns supporting the floor as opposed to concrete slab construction which is a concrete slab on ground with structure built on top. Other type would be pole house but don’t think this classifies as a stump house.
Reasons why they specify could be due to flooding in area although doubtful. Other reason could be sloping blocks although am not sure why they would specify what type of construction.
Anyone have any other thoughts?
Hey Leila,
One project that I was proud of was doing up a little fibro dump in Sydney a few years back. Most was paint, polishing the floors, new bathroom etc but my fave was the kitchen.
Funds were limited so what we did was get some perforated plywood sheeting (polished plywood with little holes), cut it to the shape of the door and drawer faces and screw in place with chrome screws. We replaced the benchtops as well to get rid of the old orange tops and bought new door handles from ikea. We also replaced the old freestanding stove with a new one. All in all, it cost about $1200 but must say, looked pretty speccy! I also work in construction so materials were relatively cheap though!
Must admit that I frowned when I first read that small part of the book. Reading on, I noted that Steve pointed out it was his book and he could write anything he felt applicable which you have to respect. If you don’t like, drop the book and go back to whatever you were doing.
I will offer the following possibility which may be appropriate. Steve has not, nor is required to, disclose how or where he spends his wealth or time. For all anyone knows, he may be putting 90% into the plate on Sunday and reading scripture to orphans. If this or similar were the case, this discussion would end quite quickly.
Personally, I am against bible bashing and am not a Christian, but have your ducks lined up before before you judge someone else.
Sorry, clarification. Was not suggesting you are biased and possibly misinformed PK, thats just me!!
Cheers
Jan
A few other comments on the area:
Not wanting to sound snobby but the tenants you may get in Midland maybe less than desireable. That info only comes from working close to the area and certainly not from experience so, PK correct me if I am wrong.
On a positive, Midland Gate shopping centre is currently under construction which may help the area somewhat.
As for Forrestfield, again, this is where I work and am glad to leave everyday. We do have a number of people in our office who live in the area and are very happy so I guess thats my North Shore Sydney mentality coming out!
Must say though, Guildford has some really nice areas which is next to Midland!
Like PK, only putting in my biased and possibly misinformed opinions forward, as you dont seem to be getting much response and look forward to being shot down in flames!I don’t like making things anymore difficult than they need to be
I know there are a few more things in between!!What does the surveyor actually do in the process? Sorry for asking stupid questions, but being an Engineer, I like to know exactly how things work! It sounds from what you are saying they almost Project Manage the process. Is this assumption correct?
Been on many a holiday to Bermagui when I was a kid. Remember the sailing was great and beaches beautiful.
It is like many of the coastal towns along the NSW / Vic Coast and almost equi-distant from Melb and Sydney which makes it a hike for weekenders.
Hold the phone Aussierouge, I may have already won! They told me in the last letter I received!
Thanks ActToday, thats what I needed! Have you done a few of these or was that the first?
So I take it the procedure would be (assuming you already owned the block and the numbers stack up):
Approach council to determine if land is suitable for subdivision.
Submit necessary docs for subdividion approval.
Carry out site survey for strata or green title.
Carry out necessary services installation to new block (water/sewer/electricity).
Lodge release docs with Planning Commission.
6-8 weeks later, Bobs your uncle!What have I missed?
Carr,
You also see these a fair bit with government and defence housing contracts. Have seen many 3x3x3 leases but also do get 5x5x5. Commercial is more common though!
Hey Jaime,
Don’t know a hellavlot about trusts but with respects to equal amounts, I would think that the amount each of you put in is more a function of what each of you can afford. Splitting spoils in terms of financial input is a simple calculation of percentages.
The more difficult side would be how you apportion the time aspect and what each of you put in in terms of effort. While you all may say that it doesn’t matter at the beginning, you don’t want disharmony down the track if someone has been a lot of the leg work and starts to resent it!
The other difficulty is difference in opinions on when you want to get out of the deal. Again, you should all discuss what you actually want to achieve in goals and have an exit strategy so there is a smaller risk of friendships becoming the casulty of the deal!
Just putting my input in so you know people are listening!
Thanks for the replies Rick and Dazzling,
I actually spent a bit of time with a few RE agents and driving the suburbs I am interested in yesterday to get a better feel. Inow have a copy of the R code requirements for different zoning which goes into minimum land size, frontage and useable land. Next stop council to have a chat!
I think Rick answered my question in that what do you have to provide when you sell the land? Are services in the street enough or do you need to bring a connection point to the land for water, sewer, electricity etc?
Thanks again for the replies.
Jan
Congratulations Michael and Kay! Well done on the 1st anniversary and the wedding sounded fantastic!Very much as we have in mind!
Congrats again!
My partner is an event / function manager who’s pet name for brides is “Bridezillas”. Something to do with having a wedding party of 26 (bridesmaids and groomsmen), a couple a required Birds Of Paridise and showers of exotic rose petals while the speechs are on! I think she does tend to exagerate!
We are getting married in January on the beach with very close friends and family. Focus will be having a party and being with friends from all over the place! Will be very interested to see if my bride to be turns into a Bridezilla!
My parents always did say I could be Prime Minister one day if I wanted to, they just didn’t say what Age!!
Jules,
As Alistair points out, an architect will prepare the docs if necessary and this can also be done in NSW with DA’s. Obviously the cost of this can add up with the preperation and correspondence, so many prefer to do it themselves once they have the plans drawn up.
I would simply ask the town planner what the council requirements are for a DA. They usually refer you to their documentation, however you may luck out and get someone talkative who will discuss your particular circumstances.
Where abouts are you renovating?
Hi Jules,
DA stands for development application and the requirements vary from council to council. Standard things that would be required are plans of the proposed additions / work, elevations (side views), structural design if necessary, the environmental ramifications if any etc. You can usually get the DA standard forms and brochures through council by just calling up and will send out to you!
Good luck!
Jan
Sounds like WA in many respects!! Just add the following:
Its 9pm on any weekday and the only place to buy milk is the petrol station. – learn’t that the hard way!
Sunday beers need to be planned and bought on Saturday as most bottleshops cannot open on Sundays – learn’t that the hard way too!!Interesting article Clive,
I have spent a fair amount of time browsing the display homes, more for ideas on finishes than anything else. I felt at the time that a number of layouts were quite similar with the difference being predominantly in how they were fitted out. Possibly this was because they may have been a Dale Alcock and an APG display (I cant remember).
The thing I find difficult is that how many real permutations of a 4×2 or 3×2 are there without going to an architect designed house, or being classified as too similar to an existing design. There are so many of the mass market homes out there that I would think it would be difficult to not come close!
I certainly don’t condone copying someone elses plans and submitting as your own, but am curious as to whether the smaller designers/builders feel the same way about their designs? If you are contracted to design a house and pay X for that design, shouldn’t you then own that intellectual property?
I know there are a few more things in between!!
