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RENNOVATION GUIDELINES

Renovating your apartment is an exciting time. Prior to works commencing, a work plan must be provided by to the Owners Corporation to review. No works should take place prior to the Owner's Corporation reviewing and endorsing the request.

Submitting the work plan prior to renovating can help:

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  • Avoid potential costly fixes if the work impacts common property or other private property or is in breach of the OC Act.

  • Ensure proper process is followed while contractors are on common property.

  • Ensure all safety requirements for common property are communicated to contractors.

  • Allow Building Managment to assist with access and parking where possible.

  • To notify others who may be impacted by noise from the works.

  • Access specifications and drawings that may be relevant to the works.​​

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The following will be requested on behalf of the Owners Corporation (OC). The aim of the fit out and works guidelines is to assist Lot Owners & Lot Owner Representatives in adhering to OC requirements.

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A work plan should include the following:

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  • Name of Principle contractor(s) contracted to the Lot Owner and/or Lot Owner’s Representative

  • A copy of the principle contractor(s) Indemnity insurance

  • Scope of works

  • Schedule (timetable) of works

  • Demolition plan/Waste management plan (where applicable)

  • List of requests for the Owners Corporation: access to common property, use of areas, parking, etc.

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The following may be applicable depending on the scope of the works.

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  • Safe works method statements (SWMS)

  • MSDS for materials to be used in the works e.g. floor boards

  • Fit-out plans

  • Appropriate drawings for any structural works (electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, engineering etc.)

  • Plant and equipment specifications (plant and/or equipment is fit for purpose)

  • Building and/or planning permit

  • Other information as reasonably requested.

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After works have been completed, the Owners Corporation may request the following, where applicable.

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  • Copy of completion and/or compliance certificates

  • Copy of occupier's business registration and insurance

  • Food Retail - maintenance plan/program. 

Lot Owners Obligation​

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  • Verify and review design compliance and drawings

  • Verify contractor’s qualifications and insurances

  • Submit applications to relevant authorities

  • Cover any and all costs associated with isolation/de-isolation of the fire panel by the building's fire contractor relating to the build

  • Authority to start and/or stop works in accordance with the agreed schedule

  • Security of work site

  • Hold and maintain consent approvals, certificates of compliance, warranties and any necessary statutory approvals.

  • The lot owner and/or lot owner representative will be responsible for the payment of costs due to damages to common property caused during works. This includes any increase in cleaning costs due to the transfer of materials in and around common property.

If you require any further assistance or information please do not hesitate to contact the Owners Corporation Manager.

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