Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Post Contract Variation raised by Builder 2Oct 10, 2019 8:29 pm https://thomasarcherbuild.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html - Thomas Archer Homes - Custom Nouveau 41 Re: Post Contract Variation raised by Builder 4Oct 11, 2019 11:32 am https://thomasarcherbuild.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html - Thomas Archer Homes - Custom Nouveau 41 Re: Post Contract Variation raised by Builder 5Oct 11, 2019 1:30 pm Yes everyone's aware of the BAL rating but the cost of works and related materials to comply with the 12.5 rating, the builder has raised only as a variation post contract signing saying it's unforseen. We are contesting it as it's not an unforseen fact and we're not agreeing with the addtional cost that they are charging us with. So if this is the case, can they just say they will build our house but is non compliant to the BAL? Re: Post Contract Variation raised by Builder 6Oct 11, 2019 2:42 pm ![]() Yes everyone's aware of the BAL rating but the cost of works and related materials to comply with the 12.5 rating, the builder has raised only as a variation post contract signing saying it's unforseen. We are contesting it as it's not an unforseen fact and we're not agreeing with the addtional cost that they are charging us with. So if this is the case, can they just say they will build our house but is non compliant to the BAL? Hey again Superfly Not exactly sure how they can say it's unforeseen, when 12.5 was clearly noted prior by all parties. I'd be insisting the extra costs are paid for from the builder's margin. I'll watch this one with interest... ![]() https://thomasarcherbuild.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html - Thomas Archer Homes - Custom Nouveau 41 Re: Post Contract Variation raised by Builder 7Oct 11, 2019 4:56 pm ![]() ![]() Yes everyone's aware of the BAL rating but the cost of works and related materials to comply with the 12.5 rating, the builder has raised only as a variation post contract signing saying it's unforseen. We are contesting it as it's not an unforseen fact and we're not agreeing with the addtional cost that they are charging us with. So if this is the case, can they just say they will build our house but is non compliant to the BAL? Hey again Superfly Not exactly sure how they can say it's unforeseen, when 12.5 was clearly noted prior by all parties. I'd be insisting the extra costs are paid for from the builder's margin. I'll watch this one with interest... ![]() Yeah that's where we stand as well. These kinds of schemes are really a burden for first home owners. We'll update this trail once i got one. Thanks again for your insights As the OP has posted he has provided all relevant documents and has the communications trail to prove it 10 2354 ![]() Thanks for your prompt reply best specials. What is your opinion about spending $11k for bushfire attack levy of 12.5 while others are charging only $6000. 2 2032 Absolutely right, Private Inspections are more for your own satisfaction but does not guarantee the builder will follow up on fixing any of the defects reported unless… 11 2139 |