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Property Subdivision workflow: Dual Occupancy and town house development
Your Project, Our Expertise: Seamless Design and Planning
At AuArchitecture, Swarup, our Founder, will personally lead your project through the intricacies of design and town planning strategy. He is backed by a proficient team comprising trained architects, registered drafting technicians, draftspersons, land and building surveyors, engineers, arborists, heritage and traffic consultants, and interior designers. AuArchitecture is your one-stop source for comprehensive service.
Tailored Approaches:
For single-house projects on exempt land sizes (varies by Council), we initiate design and working drawings, securing a Building Permit through an external Building Surveyor.
For projects requiring Council consent, such as land subdivision, dual occupancy, townhouses, apartments, or commercial/industrial endeavors, we handle the entire process. This includes designing, writing town planning reports, coordinating and obtaining necessary reports (BMO assessment, arborist report, CHMP exemption, traffic engineer's report, etc.), and applying to Council for Town Planning Consent.
Holistic Planning:
Our expertise covers a range of projects, ensuring a seamless transition from Town Planning Consent to the Building Permit and subdivision process upon Planning Approval.
Whether your project is exempt or requires Council consent, AuArchitecture is committed to delivering a streamlined and efficient experience.
Discover the Ease of Seamless Project Management: Explore Our Services below.
Understanding the Subdivision Process
Introduction:
Planning permit applications under the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and certification applications under the Subdivision Act 1988 are managed by the Statutory Planning unit at your local Council.
The Subdivision Process:
Planning and Subdivision Permit:
Stage 1.
Application: Apply for and pay the relevant fees to obtain Council's subdivision permit, inclusive of associated permit conditions, allowing for the subdivision.
Applicability: Both permits are required for dual occupancies and multi-unit developments. Larger blocks may need a subdivision permit only , while smaller blocks often necessitate plans of the dwellings that will occupy the land.
Certification:
Formal Plan: Upon Council's approval of the subdivision permit at Stage 1, a licensed surveyor must prepare a formal plan of subdivision as per the Subdivision Act 1988.
Compliance: The plan must be certified by Council and align with the planning permit conditions. This stage allows commencement of subdivision works outlined in the permit conditions (e.g., roads, crossovers, footpaths, drainage, services connection).
Section 173 Agreement: Some Councils may allow certain works to be completed later under a Section 173 agreement, which remains on title.
Statement of Compliance:
Issuance: A Statement of Compliance is issued as required under the Subdivision Act 1988.
Evidence of Compliance: This certificate provides evidence of compliance with all public work requirements outlined in the permit conditions, primarily concerning servicing authorities.
Conclusion:
Understanding these steps is crucial for navigating the subdivision process effectively. If you have further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out.
Navigating Subdivision with AuArchitecture: Explore Our Services below.
Architecture: Design & Town Planning
Architecture: Working drawings
Building and Subdivision
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Design Consultation Brief. After your are satisfied with the new building footprint / built form concept, we will meet you onsite. This confidential meeting covers detailed project and design brief. We tell you what you need to know to succeed and not just what you want to hear to get a quick sale! That way, you do not end up with any disappointments. Honesty and Integrity is our strength.
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Site Feature and Level (F&L) Survey. A registered surveyor will go onsite to do a feature and levels survey of the building site to our detailed specifications taking into account fences, large trees, drainage, pits, adjacent properties, views, local features and streetscape which helps in the Town Planning Application submission. A 're-establishment survey' is required to identify the site boundaries. We wil engage a surveyor on your behalf if you don't have one.
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Feasibility Study. This is done on a thumbrule basis to let you know what costs you may incur. We suggest you verifying these numbers at working drawing stage when your builder gives you a build quote.
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Preliminary Design Development.
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Based on our design brief meting we prepare preliminary concept sketches suitable for subsequent detailed development.
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Town Planning Application Drawings. After approval of concept design, the preparation of town planning drawings and reports are prepared for planning application submission.
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Planning Submissions to Council. We lodge the relevant application forms, plans and reports. Upon request by Council, erect site signs and carry out any other activities necessary to complete the statutory advertising requirements (if not carried out by the Council)
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Post Planning submission. Council will often send a Request for Further Information (RFI) correspondence where some design modifications or design clarification is required. We will respond to these and keep you in the loop. That is why it may save time not to get too detailed in the intial submission and those details may be incorporated at the RFI stage.After the Application is advertised, Council makes a decision and requires certain conditions are met. We do those drawing amendments if required.
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Drainage Design. This is required either at planning permit condition stage or at building permit stage and prepared by an external civil engineer consultant .
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Engagement of Consultants. The project require the engagement of external consultants like structural engineer, soil test consultant,landscape designer, interior designer, building surveyor,arborist to name a few. Clients engage the consultants and pay them direct.
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Creating lot titles. This can be completed once all the essential services are installed to the new lots- sewer, electricity, crossovers, water, stormwater connection etc. Those required works are specified in the Planning / Subdivision permit conditions. Once the specified works are completed to the satisfaction of the authorities a Statement of Compliance is issued which your lawyer or conveyancer can lodge with the Titles office together with the certified subdivision plan the surveyor prepared and had approved by Council. You can then register the new lots.
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You will also require the new physical address for each lot which is done with Council's co operation. for example a dual occupancy might be 1A Main Road,Melbourne. A corner property may carry the other streets numbering.
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Building Quotes. Once all the Building Permit documents are complete you can get firm quotes from builders. We can recommend builders if requested.
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Contracts. Read on.
BUILDING STAGES
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Learn the seven steps to the construction process.
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SUMMARY
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Preliminary Design Services and Preparation of Brief
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Site Analysis Services
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Preliminary Design Development
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Planning Applications and Submissions
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Town Planning Permit
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Design Development and Working Drawings
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Property subdivision permit
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Registration of new subdivision
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Realistic Fees
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Marketing material photo realistic images and coloured 3d plans.
Learn more about the Subdivision Steps.
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Working Drawings. The preparation of working drawings by our registered draftsmen or Architect defines basic structural aspects and finishes deemed to comply with the provisions of the Building Code of Australia. The drawings provide details of all doors, windows, roof construction, dimensions, site works and also detail specific connections or construction techniques.
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Internal Details. Amenities/Wet Areas. These are additional services and include detailed drawings of layout, elevations, finishes, etc showing built-in cupboards, fittings, extent of wall-tiling, wall mirrors, etc for all wet areas, i.e., kitchen, bathroom, laundry. These drawings clarify heights and details and assist with costing estimates and to clarify details of finish. In many cases, accessories, power points and lighting can be located.
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Electrical Plan. We/engineer/consultant prepare a detailed layout plan of lighting and power points. Incorporate requirements for switching, dimmer switches, security lighting, general and/or purpose lighting.
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Building Thermal Performance Assessments. The energy report is now mandatory which aims to ensure your project is thermally efficient and environmentally sustainable, as well as ensuring your project complies with any environmental regulations that may apply.
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Project Specification and Schedule of Finishes. A descriptive specification providing a defined basis for builders to prepare their fixed price quotation. The specification describes the standards of workmanship and includes details of fittings, finishes and materials to be used.. This is a detailed job and fees apply.
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Lodge Building Permits and Liaise with Building Surveyors. Prepare application forms, co-ordinate all relevant documents and lodge with the appointed building surveyor. In some cases, liaison with the building surveyor will be required prior to completion of working drawings.We respond to the Surveyors checklist.
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Professional Fees. Our fees are based on the level of detail you require.
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