Design & Planning Services 12

Site survey

A boundary and site levels survey provides information important to the design and planning process. The information shown includes site boundaries, levels of the land (isolated area only on a larger rural block), the location of features such as trees, rock ledges, adjoining buildings and other existing developments on the land.

Site classification report (wind & snow)

To determine the wind classification for your domestic building site, you must consider four factors: the region, the terrain category, a shielding factor, and the topography. A site classification report assesses all of these factors to determine your buildings exposure to wind and snow to ensure the building is designed to meet the conditions for your site.

Geotechnical testing (soil report)

The geotechnical report includes a site analysis of the soil, rocks, bedrock properties and fault distribution. The investigation is done for you to be able to complete the foundation and on-site wastewater design (if required) for your project.

Foundation engineering

Foundation design is influenced both by preference and site / soil conditions. Whether you wish to build upon a concrete slab on the ground or raise your building off the ground, we provide the structural engineering which specifies the design requirements of the building's foundations.

Note: Time and project costs will be saved should you have already acquired any one of the above reports. Please discuss your particular design and planning service needs with your assigned Home-Build Consultant.

DA lodgment service

With 26 years in the residential building industry, we have designed homes in hundreds of local government areas (LGAs), with each area requiring its own application compliance requirements. Our DA Lodgment Service ensures that your planning submission is structured and delivered accurately to ensure the utmost efficiency of your required building approvals.

Note: Development and building application fees and any outstanding contributions remain payable by owner(s) and are not included in Home-Build Concierge's Design & Planning Services.

Additional site investigation services such as on-site wastewater management plans, storm-water management plans, flood reports, environmental plans and driveway grade plans are available upon request. Additional fees apply for the above listed services.

Bushfire attack level (BAL) report

A BAL assessment determines the bushfire attack level for your site, and details how that risk was calculated. Your site will receive a rating from BAL Low, which is the lowest risk rating right up to BAL FZ, which means that in the event of a bushfire, your site is directly in the flame zone.

NSW only

If your property resides in NSW, you’ll receive an assessment of your building against criteria contained within the Rural Fire Service document, Planning For Bush Fire Protection 2019. With confirmation of the BAL, we can then ensure that materials and design are compliant and documented in your construction drawings for council submission.