A Building Process That’s Clear From Day One
From the very first conversation, JTB guides you through your renovation or build. Whether you’re arriving with finished plans or starting from scratch, we aim to keep everything simple, transparent, and structured, so Northern Beaches and North Shore homeowners always know what’s happening, what comes next, and can feel confident every step of the way.
If You Don’t Have Plans Yet
Starting from scratch? We’ll help you all the way through.
If you don’t have plans yet, we’ll bring in one of our trusted designers or architects to help shape your vision from the ground up.
Initial phone call with James
01
Initial phone conversation to discuss details of your project.
On-site meeting
02
On site meeting to view specific site conditions and discuss in more detail the project brief, budget, level of finishes and suitable architect or designer for your project.
On site meeting with architect or designer
03
Initial design meeting to discuss the project brief and any ideas with the architect or designer in order for them to provide a design fee proposal.
Development of Design concepts
04
Initial concept plans are produced for review, feedback.
Review and revisions of concept drawings
05
The design and scope is reviewed and amended to align with your specific goals.
Initial cost estimate
06
We can help with an early estimate of costs based on the concept plans and early scope of works.
Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) design development
07
The design and documentation is further developed and refined to the point at which we are ready to lodge the DA or apply for a CDC
This set is prepared in order to seek planning approval from the local council in the case of a DA submission or a Private Certifier in the case of a CDC . It focuses on how the proposed building fits within the planning rules. Things like setbacks, heights, heritage impacts if applicable, and streetscape. Typical documents required for this stage include site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, shadow diagrams, Landscape concept plans, Statement of environmental effects, BASIX certificates and waste management plans.
Second cost estimate
08
It’s not uncommon for client driven changes to occur between concepts drawings and DA/CDC plans. It’s a good idea at this stage to check that costs are within budget prior to lodging the DA or CDC application to ensure the estimate is within your budget.
DA/ CDC Approval granted
09
Congratulations!
Interior designer
10
If the preference is to engage an interior designer, we will help aligning an interior designer we feel is a good fit for the type of project. Once cost for this service are agreed.
Construction Certificate documentation (CC Set)
11
The documentation is further developed and refined. The CC set is more technical and detailed. It’s prepared after DA approval and is used to demonstrate that the construction will meet the Building Code of Australia, the National Construction Code (BCA/NCC) and other relevant regulations. Other documents that are not required at DA/CDC stage are prepared and can include documents such as engineering, construction details and sections, waterproofing details, fire separation details, detailed joinery drawings.
Quote finalisation
12
Once we have a full set of CC documents we will be in a position to provide a fixed quote for your project.
If You Do Have Plans
Already Have Plans?
If you’ve already got plans sorted, here’s how the process looks:
Initial phone call with James
01
Initial phone conversation to discuss details of your project.
Documentation review and On-site meeting
02
On site meeting to discuss your project in more detail
Discuss quote options
03
If you have a full set of design documentation we can progress to quoting and provide a fixed price. If we don’t have a full set of design documentation then it can be difficult providing a reliable fixed price for the works and as such we could either enter into a cost plus contract if the preference is to start works as soon as possible. Alternatively and our preference would be to commence a stand- alone planning and budgeting service where we would consult with you in order to develop the documents and tighten the scope of works to a level where we are able to provide you with a fixed price.
Quote finalisation
04
Once the scope of works is confirmed, we provide a fixed-price quote.
Approvals confirmed
05
Once the construction Certificate has been issued, building works can commence.
Build begins
06
Your project gets underway.
What You Can Expect Along the Way
Clear timelines and milestone updates
We give you a project schedule and keep you informed every step of the way.
Quality control at every stage
Our trades have worked with us for many years and we share a common goal in providing a high quality product.
Regular site meetings
Formal weekly meetings to discuss progress, upcoming decisions and options
Respect for your home, your time and your budget
We show up, do the work properly and treat your home like it’s our own.
Communication with the business owner
You’ll deal directly with James
Start designing your dream home today
Give us a call or send us an enquiry. We’ll run you through the process, answer your questions, and keep things clear from day one.
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