Knock Down Rebuild Guide

KNOCK DOWN REBUILD GUIDE

You love the location but not the home. We’ve provided all the information you need when considering a Knock Down Rebuild.

Enjoy a new home without moving from the suburb you love.

Welcome to Eden Brae Homes, a multi-award-winning home builder with Knock Down Rebuild expertise. Our professional team will help you maximise the potential of your existing block and provide you with both single storey and double storey home design options that will suit your block of land.

A Knock Down Rebuild allows you to start fresh with a home of your dreams without the hassle of relocating to a new area. Enjoy the freedom of designing and building a home that’s functional, energy-efficient, beautiful and completely in line with your lifestyle –something to consider when taking on all the costs of a renovation project.

The team at Eden Brae Homes is on hand to guide you through the entire KDR process, from your initial site assessment through to your post movein warranty inspection. You’ll know exactly what to expect and when to expect it, every stage of our fully transparent Knock Down Rebuild process.

We look forward to helping you build your dream forever home.

Eden Brae Homes - Build with Confidence.

A Builder You Can Trust

Eden Brae Homes has been a builder of choice for thousands of families, first home buyers and investors seeking to build high quality and contemporary homes.

What sets us apart is our enviable reputation supported by our 4-Star Gold independent iCIRT rating from Equifax, our unique Buildsure Guarantee, and leading industry body recognition by the Housing Industry Association (HIA) & Master Builders Association (MBA).

As a leading home builder with the financial capacity, experience and capability of delivering you a beautiful home, you can enjoy unparalleled confidence and assurance when you choose to build with Eden Brae Homes.

We stand by our word. Compare the Eden Brae Difference.

Brae

NEWCASTLE/HUNTER

1 HomeWorld Thornton Kingham Circuit, Thornton (02) 4940 2746

2 Waterford Living Settlers Boulevard, Chisholm (02) 4940 2747

3 Hereford Hill Tillage Drive, Lochnivar (02) 4940 2745

4 Huntlee Peachy Ave, North Rothbury (02) 4940 2748

NORTH WEST SYDNEY

6 HomeWorld Box Hill Gizi Street, Box Hill (02) 8859 5893

7 HomeWorld Marsden Park Donald Street, Marsden Park (02) 8859 5892

CENTRAL COAST

5 HomeWorld Warnervale Turret Circuit, Warnervale (02) 4940 2749

SOUTH WEST SYDNEY

8 Oran Park Webber Loop, Oran Park Drive (02) 8859 5886

9 HomeWorld Leppington Farmer Street, Leppington (02) 8859 5888

10 Cobbitty Rock Fern Avenue, Cobbitty (02) 8859 5885

WOLLONGONG/ILLAWARRA

11 Calderwood Brushgrove Circuit, Albion Park (02) 8859 5887

We Stand By Our Word.

That’s

the Eden Brae Difference.

18 MONTHS PRICE LOCKDOWN

Eden Brae provides 12 months fixed pricing on all items in the contract, not just the base or package price. In addition to this, Eden Brae Homes can offer fixed capped pricing for a further 6 months to those that require a delayed start.1

INDEPENDENT QUALITY INSPECTIONS & ACCREDITED QUALITY SYSTEM

Only Eden Brae Homes has all of its homes independently inspected by Tyrrells Property Inspections. Would you trust a builder without a quality assurance program?

BUILDWATCH

Buildwatch provides Eden Brae customers with updates on their build progress via our myedenbrae customer portal. Stay connected throughout the build providing you with peace of mind during your home build journey.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL STABILITY

The solid business foundations and financial strength of Eden Brae Homes have been proudly recognised as industry leading by both the Housing Industry Association and the Master Builders Association.

FIXED PRICE CONTRACT

Our prices are fixed and contracted with no surprises or additional charges for unforeseen site conditions. Can you afford to enter into a contract where you don’t know what the final price will be?2

LIMITED HOUSING STARTS & FORECAST START DATE

At Eden Brae Homes, we make a point of limiting the number of homes we start every month to ensure our capacity is not exceeded. This practice allows us to forecast the commencement and completion of your new home – consistent with our Procedure of Purchase.3

RENTAL GUARANTEE

Simple – if we don’t finish on time, we pay your rent. Eden Brae Homes leads the building industry with exceptional construction times and guarantees these time frames with our rental guarantee.4

BUILD WITH CONFIDENCE

Our Buildsure™ Guarantee, combined with our 4-Star Gold iCIRT rating, ensures you can enjoy unparalleled confidence and assurance when choosing Eden Brae Homes.

Why a Knock Down Rebuild makes sense.

As experienced builders, Eden Brae understands that sometimes the best option for homeowners is to start fresh with a new home rather than renovating or extending an existing property.

We take pride in working closely with our clients to create a beautifully designed home that meets your needs and preferences to suit your lifestyle. Our dedicated team will provide a high level of attention to detail ensuring that every Knock Down Rebuild (KDR) project is completed with the highest standard.

Personalisation

When you knock down an existing property you have the opportunity to choose from our extensive range of single and double storey homes to suit your block and then personalise your home with the help of our Studio Eden designers to create a home with fixtures and finishes that are perfect for your family lifestyle.

Efficiency

New homes are often more energy-efficient than older homes which can result in significant cost savings over time. Building new also gives you the opportunity to incorporate the latest energy-efficient technologies such as solar panels and smart home systems.

Investment

A Knock Down Rebuild can be a good investment especially if you plan to live in your home over a long period of time. A new home is likely to increase in value which is a smart financial choice. Additionally building a new home can be less expensive than buying an existing home in a desirable location especially if you factor in the cost of renovations and repairs.

Maintenance

Older homes often require significant maintenance and repairs which can be costly and time-consuming. By building a new home you can avoid many of these issues and enjoy a home that is easier to maintain.

Location

If you love the location of your existing property but the house itself is no longer suitable for your needs, a KDR can be a great option. You get to stay in the same suburb and enjoy all the benefits of the neighbourhood while also having a brandnew home that meets your needs.

Warranties

Eden Brae believe in building award winning homes from high quality materials that comply with various statutory warranties to ensure you are covered.

What you should know about KDR.

Knocking down an existing older home and replacing it with a new one is a sensible and an exciting decision. As part of the project, it helps to understand that building in an established council area can present a different set of requirements and challenges than those in new estates. Some of the requirements for consideration include the following:

Eden Brae’s team will organise a free site appraisal that will provide you with important site information for the block of land you are looking to develop before proceeding to the next step of obtaining a Fixed Priced Tender.

SECTION 10.7 CERTIFICATE

This certificate is required for ALL Knock Down Rebuild jobs. It discloses, among other things, information about a property such as:

• Ability to assess under the NSW Housing Code

• Bushfire, flood, heritage or any other affectation

• The permissible zoning

Increasingly more council areas now require a Hydraulic engineer design for treating stormwater. This will require hydraulic design for any of the following:

• On Site Detention system (OSD)

• On Site Absorption system (OSA)

• Charge system

In addition, land that drains below road, towards the rear, may require an easement refusal letter from downstream neighbours, prior to council granting approval for an appropriate stormwater design.

A separate demolition application is required to be submitted to council by the home owner, for the removal of any existing dwelling. It is imperative that owners do not demolish the existing home on the property until final approval for the new home has been received.

Overhead power lines, land with tight accessibility, battleaxe lots or main road locations etc, will require specific measures at an additional cost.

Availability, location and the condition of existing essential services such as gas, sewer and power need to be considered.

Low lying, coastal or other areas identified by council may be flood affected requiring flood studies, raising the floor levels to your home and the use of site specific building materials.

An AHD survey is more comprehensive than a standard boundary survey referencing the height above mean sea level.

A town planner will assist in the management of council development control plan and site specific advice. Approval timeframes will vary from those in new estates. An additional management fee may apply to KDR jobs.

As part of our growth strategy and quality control, the areas in which Eden Brae build in are limited. Eden Brae currently:

• Do not build in certain councils OR

• Apply an area surcharge to build in selected councils areas

*To view build areas please see next page

Sydney Metropolitan

Active build area

Site Inspection Required

Non-build area

*Knock Down Rebuild (KDR) sites are subject to a site inspection.

THE HILLS SHIRE

FAIRFIELD

BLACKTOWN

PENRITH

LIVERPOOL

CAMDEN

CAMPBELLTOWN

CUMBERLAND

Where we Build

We build in many great locations across Sydney’s metropolitan and regional council areas.

We also build in the council zones on the Central Coast, Newcastle, Hunter and Illawarra regions.

What can you expect from Eden Brae Homes?

• Trust that your home will be built with the utmost expertise

• Outstanding and dedicated customer care and service from the team

• Working with an award winning team of professionals

• A transparent and upfront approach throughout the build process

• Sustainable home designs and materials to ensure a comfortable and energy-efficient home

• High quality inclusions in our projects

• Personalised interior design team to assist with your selections

• A high quality built home that you will love

The Knock Down Rebuild Process

We understand that not all KDR projects are the same and do not compare to a standard home build on a vacant block of land. When you decide to undergo a KDR project with Eden Brae, you can trust that our dedicated team will be with you every step of the way from the initial site assessment, the home build and post move in warranty inspection.

TO TENDER

Your first meeting is with one of our experienced Sales Consultants to discuss your project. You can view the large selection of home designs from our Advantage, Lifestyle or Prestige Series. Eden Brae will organise a free site inspection to determine if your site is suitable for building a new home.

Once you have made the decision to proceed, you will need to pay a fee to move forward. Eden Brae arranges a soil test, contour survey and siting plan. Considerations will be the location of services, the slope of the land, location of trees, flood affections, access for trades and deliveries. Demolition services will need be sourced separately. Detailed documentation of your property will be needed which includes the deposited plan/site of your block, a sewer diagram and a 10.7 certificate (zoning certificate from your local council).

Together with your Sales Consultant you will finalise the site details, options and discuss all other requirements before proceeding to the next step of providing a tender.

Once your land has been inspected, paid your preliminary fee and you have been given the go ahead to proceed, it’s time to organise a meeting to review your tender proposal.

Our friendly Tender Presenter will discuss the whole tender proposal with you. This includes information relating to your Site Costs, Council and Statutory requirements, any variations you may have requested to your standard home design floor plan and any promotional packages you have agreed to purchase. This is the time to finalise any additional requirements/changes you may need. No further structural changes will be accepted after this appointment. Upon agreement, you will be required to pay your tender acceptance fee to prepare the working drawings and building contract.

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This is the exciting part of the proceedings. The contract and drawings are prepared and together with your Tender Presenter, you will review the contract and sign it off. At this point, you will need to pay the 5% deposit of the contract price (less previously paid fees).

Whilst Eden Brae’s Customer Service team look after all the lodgements such as Basix approvals, Council plans, Water Board approval, building approvals and other statutory requirements you need to head to Studio Eden to commence your colour selections.

Using the MyEdenBrae customer portal, you can stay up to date with the progress of your lodgement process.

Prior to your Studio Eden appointments, you will need to visit PGH to select your bricks. Post your visit, our Studio Eden, design team will assist with selecting your colours, electrical and kitchen upgrades. This colour selection process will take 2 days to complete.

Now that your approvals have been received, you will need to liaise with your financial institution to finalise your loan. When ready to proceed, our team will finalise your file for construction by arranging final construction plans and engineering drawings. Materials will be ordered for the job and the construction process with commence.

Now is the time to commence your build journey. Your Site Supervisor will be your main point of contact together with your Customer Service Administrator.

Works will commence with excavations, piering, pouring of the slab, erection of frame, brickwork and tiling until final completion.

Stay updated with the construction process by using the MyEdenBrae customer portal available to you.

Prior to hand over, Eden Brae will organise for your new home to be inspected by a third party to obtain final certification. You will have the opportunity to do a final walk through of your home with your Site Supervisor before you are given your keys to your brand new home.

Post Settlement, you have a 3month maintenance period and a 6 year statutory warranty.

Congratulations, it’s now time to enjoy living in your new dream home.

Our Most Popular Double Storey Home Designs & Façades for Knock Down Rebuild Projects

Waldorf 44 Mk2

Waldorf

Savoy

Mayfair with Glass Balcony †

Portofino

Beaumaris †

Astra

† Balcony included.

Bristol 30 Guest Suite

Bristol

Forsyth

Hampton

New England

Montague †

East Port

Our Most Popular Single Storey Home Designs & Façades for Knock Down Rebuild Projects

35 Mk2

Glenburn Grange

Toorak 27

Glenburn

Toorak

Modern Hampton

Kingfisher

East Coast

Lochinvar

Midland 23

Paddington 23

Midland

Paddington

Metro

West Hampton

North Hampton

Kirra

A SPACE DESIGNED JUST FOR YOU, TO CREATE THE HOME YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED.

Studio Eden showcases the latest colour and design trends, building materials and product innovation, all in one convenient location. Choose from a huge range of premium brands and quality products, and work with design experts who will guide you every step of the way to make sure you confidently create the home you’ve always wanted.

James Treble

The Eden Collections.

BY JAMES TREBLE

We understand that making design decisions can be overwhelming for many of us. That’s why we asked prominent designer, James Treble to create six distinct and beautiful design collections exclusively for Eden Brae clients. Choose your home design, choose your style and we can take care of the rest.

Our Buildsure™ Guarantee, combined with our 4-Star Gold iCIRT rating, ensures you can enjoy unparalleled confidence and assurance when choosing Eden Brae Homes.

iCIRT is an independent star-rating assessment that helps consumers find a trusted builder who has shown they have the capital, capability and experience to deliver quality buildings you can trust.

NSW Government initiative in partnership with Equifax Australasia Credit Ratings.

Independent assessment across six categories including: Capability, Conduct, Character, Capacity, Capital and Counterparties.

Performance measures include: project data, building performance, insurance claims, license checks, industry awards, trading partners, payment performance, credit records, financial data, related parties and criminal history.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL STABILITY

The solid business foundations and financial strength of Eden Brae Homes have been proudly recognised as industry leading by both the Housing Industry Association and the Master Builders Association

Our Buildsure™ Guarantee is our commitment to a smooth and hassle-free build process from your initial design consultation, through to planning and construction, handover and beyond into your structural warranty period.

18 Months Price Lockdown1

Fixed Price Contract2

BuildWatch: Complete progress transparency

Limited Housing Starts and Forecast Start Date3

Independent Quality Inspections and Accredited Quality System

Rental Guarantee4