Browse Forums Building A New House Re: HIA CONTRACT 17Dec 03, 2008 9:02 am Our build time was 167 days, with 10 inclement weather days built in. There were no other allowances for holidays etc. And we started construction in February, so there was no need to allow for a Christmas break, but normally, they add another 4 weeks if the construction period is expected to run over December/January. Figure for delays was $250 per week. I can't remember what the interest on late progress payments was.
The builder claimed 5 days due to inclement weather (so within the 10 day allowance), and notified us in writing of each one. In the end, construction took 279 days and although we were ready for a fight, there was never any argument or shifty business about paying the $250 per week x 16 weeks. They simply said at handover: we owe you 16 weeks at $250 per week; a cheque for $4000 will be sent next week. Now we're just waiting for the postman.... $250 per week is nowhere near enough to compensate for rent paid, but we knew that when we signed. And since it's what we contracted for, we're not complaining. Much. You talk about deletions, are they variations or PS and PC adjustments? pleas list them 1 16455 10 12255 Unless there is something in special conditions the builder does not have to give you timeline. If your demolition contractor has not removed Asbestos and it was found… 12 28691 |