Building Permits
BQ Architects supplying Building Permits in Melbourne
- Architectural documentation, consisting of the preparation of documents based on approved schematic/town planning documents, setting forth in detail the architectural construction requirements of the project.
- Construction documentation prepared in compliance with BCA standards and the Australian Building Code, including appropriate details for the builder to accurately assess the cost, extent, and content of the works.
- Specifications comprising of detailed written descriptions for all content of the project materials, workmanship, and complete schedules.
- Coordination with necessary consultants for the attainment of building permits.
- Establishing conditions of tender and assisting in the selection of potential tenderers by way of issuing invitations to price and assessing responses.
- Assessing of tenderer submissions and advising on successful tenders.
A planning permit is an approval from the relevant municipality that a particular proposal meets planning legislation and zoning requirements. It does not give permission for construction to commence. A building permit is required for any form of construction to take place. The town planning process assesses a proposal based on local and state planning policies whereas the building permit process assesses construction documentation based on building regulations and relevant construction codes.
An architect registered under the ARBV will typically charge for services as a percentage of the cost of construction. Bq Architects also offers fixed pricing on jobs where budgets are certain and the scope of works is well defined. Charges are heavily dependent on the size of the project and the scope or services required.
All works require a building permit unless exempt under the Building Act. You should always have a professional check prior to any works occurring at any time. Our team is well-versed in building regulations and permit requirements to ensure a smooth process before and during construction.
BQ architects now conduct all business using the latest BIM software, meaning everything we draw on paper has already been built in 3d, ready for you to tour virtually. Our photo realistic artist impressions will show your dreams come to life and ensure a smooth design process with no ambiguities.
In today’s market it is becoming increasingly difficult to predict fluctuations in pricing. Our tender and construction team are constantly working with a multitude of builders and contractors which will ensure we are always advising you on the most up-to-date pricing trends and estimates for your brief.
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