Hi Microchip,

i know in the past I have contacted the local estate agents and told them what my requirements were.
if they are decent estate agents they will keep an eye out for what they currently have or even what's coming up that hasn't quite made the books yet. Just make sure you do your research on the local sales in the area. 

Where are you looking at doing this? What state? As every state will have different regulations

Hello Eddy, 
As per Catalyst, I recommend getting what you want to do verified by the council or a private building surveyor. No point going through all the pain if it ain't going to be legal.

There isn't really anyway of wording that kind of clause into a HIA contract.
The best thing to do is be upfront before signing the contract and let the builder know that you will be using an independent inspector and that you will not be making progress payments until you or the inspector are happy the issues raised have been rectified.

Hello evisional, what exactly are you wanting to do??
are you the builder or the customer??
if you are the customer there is a section in the HIA contract where you can add special provisions such as  independent building inspections. However most builders will allow independent inspectors just by being upfront and asking.

It's all about quality not quantity!! At least when your #258

Hello Sweight,

Where are you looking at buying?? Area will make a big difference in costings