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27 March 2022

Access to backyard on a narrow lotBuilding A New House

Mar 27, 2022 5:25 pm

Our lot is a 10m width (zero lot boundary). The house design we are looking to build is 8.27m wide. This will leave us with around 1.53m for the side fence. If we are looking to build an alfresco and pergola later down the track, will the 1.5m side fence be enough to allow access to the backyard? Al...

Our lot is a 10m width (zero lot boundary). The house design we are looking to build is 8.27m wide. This will leave us w...

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fhbnewbie

16 March 2022

Anything wrong with this land before I purchase?Buying Land

Mar 16, 2022 8:27 pm

We are looking to build the Atlantis 26 from Fowler Homes - https://www.fowlerhomes.com.au/home_design/atlantis/ My main concern is the contour level. It appears there is a decline slope from the front to the back (105m to 104.75m). The legend states 109m, but I think this is incorrect/example, beca...

We are looking to build the Atlantis 26 from Fowler Homes - https://www.fowlerhomes.com.au/home_design/atlantis/ My main...

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fhbnewbie

17 March 2022

Re: Anything wrong with this land before I purchase?Buying Land

Mar 17, 2022 8:59 pm

So I pieced together the plans from neighboring lots, and it appears the contour lines are actually 0.25m apart. See updated markups below. Essentially 4 contour lines are: - Front of house (street): 105.25m - Garage: 105.00m - Near middle of lot: 104.75m - Rear (behind stormwater drainage): 104.50m...

So I pieced together the plans from neighboring lots, and it appears the contour lines are actually 0.25m apart. See upd...

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fhbnewbie

16 October 2020

Best suburb to build in Sydney?Buying Land

Oct 16, 2020 7:38 am

Which suburb meets the below criteria? This is for a PPOR, hopefully a forever home. - Not in a flood zone - Not in a bushfire zone - Structurally sound (i.e., not previously landfill or swampland) - Less than 15 mins drive to the nearest public transport, which has direct routes to the CBD - Genera...

Which suburb meets the below criteria? This is for a PPOR, hopefully a forever home. - Not in a flood zone - Not in a bu...

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fhbnewbie

30 January 2022

Re: Building at WillowdaleBuilding A New House

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Jan 30, 2022 8:04 pm

Hi Everyone, We’re looking at purchasing the next land release, which the sales agent speculates in late Feb, pending council approvals. Is the selection process for an appointment based on ballot or first-come, first-serve? If the latter, did you have to do it online at a specified time? Is the lan...

Hi Everyone, We’re looking at purchasing the next land release, which the sales agent speculates in late Feb, pending co...

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fhbnewbie

21 February 2022

Can this easement affect my house build?General Discussion

Feb 21, 2022 12:35 pm

I have a lot with a 12.5m frontage, however, there is a 0.9m easement along one side. The house build that I am interested requires a minimum width of 12.5m. Will the easement affect the lot frontage, thus causing the width to actually become 12.5 - 0.9 = 11.6m? I anticipate that nothing will actual...

I have a lot with a 12.5m frontage, however, there is a 0.9m easement along one side. The house build that I am interest...

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fhbnewbie

13 November 2022

Cost of temporary fencing in SydneyBuilding A New House

Nov 13, 2022 6:01 pm

Does anyone know what the average rate is for temporary fencing in Sydney? We are currently awaiting our block of land (300sqm, 10m width) to register (ETA early 2023) and have yet to engage with a builder, as we are still using the time to do our homework and research as much as possible. We will b...

Does anyone know what the average rate is for temporary fencing in Sydney? We are currently awaiting our block of land (...

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fhbnewbie

16 January 2023

Floor Plan FeedbackBuilding A New House

Jan 16, 2023 5:54 am

We are looking to build in Sydney and have made some modifications from an existing builder's floor plan. We would like to get any suggestions or feedback if there are any improvements that can be made. Our block is a narrow 300 sqm (zero-lot boundary). https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/97591_167381237...

We are looking to build in Sydney and have made some modifications from an existing builder's floor plan. We would like ...

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fhbnewbie

9 September 2022

Floor Plan FeedbackBuilding A New House

Sep 09, 2022 3:38 pm

I have tweaked a builder's existing floor plan to our preference (link below), and would appreciate any feedback or suggestions before we engage with the builder. Notes: - The build is 8.27m wide and 19.07m long (minus the alfresco) - Our lot width is 10m and 30m deep - Location is in south-west Syd...

I have tweaked a builder's existing floor plan to our preference (link below), and would appreciate any feedback or sugg...

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fhbnewbie

16 January 2023

Re: Floor Plan FeedbackBuilding A New House

Jan 16, 2023 11:00 am

Narrow lot and zero boundary, it's very likely that your house, perhaps other than the master suite, won't get much sunlight during the day, if at all. The neighboring lot has a 0.9m maintenance easement. So hopefully a 3-4m distance is enough to bring in some NE sunlight? Would be a bonus if they ...

The neighboring lot has a 0.9m maintenance easement. So hopefully a 3-4m distance is enough to bring in some NE sunligh...

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fhbnewbie

17 September 2022

Re: Floor Plan FeedbackBuilding A New House

Sep 17, 2022 9:40 am

WOW! Thank you so much for taking the time to draw up your recommendation, really appreciative! I definitely like your layout more, and it also utilizes the natural light with the living spaces. I notice on the builder's floor plan, there are some structural posts and cladding, so will need to check...

WOW! Thank you so much for taking the time to draw up your recommendation, really appreciative! I definitely like your l...

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fhbnewbie

26 April 2023

Is this recessing possible?Bathrooms and Laundry

Apr 26, 2023 4:36 pm

Our main Bathroom and Master Ensuite are located next to each other. The bath tub (in main bathroom) is positioned next to a wall that is shared with the shaving cabinet (in ensuite). The wall thickness is of standard dimensions (90mm). We would like to put a niche next to the bath tub, while also h...

Our main Bathroom and Master Ensuite are located next to each other. The bath tub (in main bathroom) is positioned next ...

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fhbnewbie

18 January 2021

Loan for H&L Package - Where to start?Home Finance

Jan 18, 2021 1:36 pm

Hi All, Newbie here. Me and my partner are interested in a H&L Package offered by a particular builder. It is currently advertised for $1.3 million on the builder's website. We project that we should have 20% deposit by the end of the year, but just wanting to do some research ahead before commi...

Hi All, Newbie here. Me and my partner are interested in a HL Package offered by a particular builder. It is currently a...

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fhbnewbie

17 November 2022

Pouring concrete over easementBuilding A New House

Nov 17, 2022 9:37 am

Below is a picture of my block of land (zero lot) located in Sydney. There is a 0.9m easement on the right-hand side. This easement is for maintenance and access for the next door neighbour. Would I be able to put concrete along the right-side of the house in order to create a walkway through to the...

Below is a picture of my block of land (zero lot) located in Sydney. There is a 0.9m easement on the right-hand side. Th...

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fhbnewbie

1 March 2023

Recent pre-construction timeline with volume buildersBuilding A New House

Mar 01, 2023 2:54 pm

For those that have gone through it in the past year, or still going through it, what's your pre-construction experience been like? We're currently awaiting for our tender presentation, but I'm hearing builds that are taking 2-3 years to complete. I can understand delays due to trade shortages and s...

For those that have gone through it in the past year, or still going through it, what's your pre-construction experience...

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fhbnewbie

17 January 2022

Stockland - Land Release ProcessBuilding A New House

Jan 17, 2022 1:02 pm

Me and my wife (FHB's) are very interested in purchasing land at one of Stockland's master-planned estates in Sydney. Just wondering if someone who has gone through this could please share some questions I have regarding the release process. Assuming I am fortunate to be selected for an appointment,...

Me and my wife (FHB's) are very interested in purchasing land at one of Stockland's master-planned estates in Sydney. Ju...

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fhbnewbie

1 September 2020

Ventilating storage room under the stairsBuilding A New House

Sep 01, 2020 11:52 am

So I'm planning to put a server rack inside the storage room under the stairs. The room is quite spacious, running about 2 metres deep, however there is no ventilation as far as I could tell (based on the display home we visited). I was thinking of adding a louvre door for ventilation, though not su...

So I'm planning to put a server rack inside the storage room under the stairs. The room is quite spacious, running about...

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fhbnewbie

1 September 2020

Re: Ventilating storage room under the stairsBuilding A New House

Sep 01, 2020 4:17 pm

Just wondering if you actually need ventilation? We have a similar set up in our understairs and I had the same concerns. My electrician said ventilation wasn’t an issue (same electrician who set up the entire system). We’ve been in for 2 (winter) months, and while the space is slightly warmer than...

Ideally it'll be great if I didn't need any, though I'd probably still add a grille at the bottom of the door for peace...

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