Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jul 05, 2017 2:47 pm My builder (Snowdon Developments/ Hamilton Property Group) won't start building. Unfortunately there's nothing in the contract to say by when they have to have a permit. We didn't need planning approval because we're under the small lot housing code. They still haven't got developer approval or a building permit and it's been 5 months since my land was titled. They told me they were waiting for developer approval months ago as well as planning approval, but when I called the council and developer, I was told this wasn't the case. Has anyone successfully recovered their deposit from this situation? I have an appointment with a solicitor but I thought I'd see what I should expect first Re: What can I do about my builder that just wont start buil 2Jul 05, 2017 3:54 pm I had trouble with this same thing, my contract was signed in March, it took until October to get permits issue, we went back and forth with DA for a few months, and then they didn't have DBI (insurance) in place, which took until September to get finalised. The contract said that either party could cancel the build if permits were not obtained within 60 days, however I would be responsible for any costs incurred up to that point. I got a few quotes from other builders, but did not change builders due to the other builder's prices being way too much. Thankfully my builder eventually did start my build.. I think you could check your contract, talk to other builders, but probably don't threaten to walk unless your serious about doing so. Have you tried to tell your builder about your concerns? Definitely think seeing a solicitor is a good idea. Good luck. Re: What can I do about my builder that just wont start buil 3Jul 05, 2017 3:59 pm Thanks for your reply! I have spoken to them, they've breached some parts of the contract and I'm keen to leave. Since they're this disorganised I don't really want them building my home. I've told them I have the intention to cancel my contract, which I do, but part of me would rather continue with them since my plans and colours are all done They've given me a date by which they'll pull it together, and I'm hoping they do so, I'll be talking to a solicitor about my options anyway Re: What can I do about my builder that just wont start buil 5Feb 14, 2018 4:16 pm I'm currently trying to get them to build too, but they just seem to give false hope... I think its a scam to make you cancel your contract and keep a huge portion of the deposit.. I work with owner, he/she is my man on the ground and I instruct them when to visit the site and take photos and I have other tools in the bag. 4 15244 Thanks. I called VBA today and they said it was a Consumer Affairs issue, the old handball. Seems like the government organisations don't want to do their job at the moment. 2 7541 |