by Archi-QS | Feb 9, 2024 | All Posts, Quantity Surveying, Strata Building Bond and Inspection Scheme
We’re excited to share the latest development in building legislation: the recent passage of the Building Legislation Amendment Bill 2023. This bill represents a significant stride by the NSW Government towards enhancing standards in the building and construction...
by Archi-QS | Feb 8, 2024 | All Posts, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services
Building or renovating properties can get tricky, especially with neighbours nearby. Construction and demolition work on one property may indirectly cause damage to a neighbouring property. To avoid any legal disputes later on, it’s advisable to get a Dilapidation...
by Archi-QS | Dec 12, 2023 | All Posts, Quantity Surveying
During any phase of a project, if a developer finds themselves in disagreement with their head contractor, they have the option to engage a Quantity Surveyor to prepare an Expert Witness Report for an impartial assessment during litigation. There are several reasons...
by Archi-QS | Sep 8, 2023 | All Posts, Project Management, Quantity Surveying
When should I update my Capital Works Plan? As mandated by the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 No 50 section 80, a capital works plan needs to be reviewed every 5 years: “(3) An owner’s corporation may, by resolution at a general meeting, review, revise or replace...
by Archi-QS | Sep 4, 2023 | All Posts, Quantity Surveying, Strata Services
A Capital Works Plan, formally known as a Sinking Fund Forecast, is a document that outlines the anticipated future expenses required to maintain and upgrade the common property of a strata scheme over 10 years. It serves as a roadmap for managing the financial...
by Archi-QS | Aug 16, 2023 | All Posts, Quantity Surveying
A Progress Drawdown Report provides a comprehensive overview of the progression of works whilst mitigating project risks and seeing the sustainable use of finance for all parties involved. In this blog post, we will talk about the particularities of this report and...
