We were quite frustrated to be stuck in admin land ... Now that we are onto the construction side of things, I thought it would benefit others to document our journey.
As such, I have decided to start my own thread to hopefully empower others to make informed decisions based upon my experience.
Timeline:
27/11/2013 - deposit on land & initial contact with Planbuild salesperson
20/12/2013 - land settled
16/01/2014 - Prelim agreement signed and initial deposit paid
6/02/2014 - Colour selection
13/03/2014 - Paid rest of 5% deposit
17/03/2014 - HIA contract signed
11/04/2014 - Council Approval
17/04/2014 - Lender Authority to Commence
07/05/2014 - Final selections signed off
09/05/2014 - Earthworks
10/05/2014 - Fence/gravel driveway
15/05/2014 - ready for slab
16/05/2014 - slab
21/05/2014 - lower storey frame
22/05/2014 - second storey frame
23/05/2014 - roof trusses
27/05/2014 - gutters and fascia
30/05/2014 - Colorbond roof (Upper roof)
04/06/2014 - Electrics/plumbing
05/06/2014 - Bricks started
16/06/2014 - Reached enclosed stage
20/06/2014 - Cladding/eaves complete
21/06/2014 - stairs
26/06/2014 - Kitchen/bathroom cabinetry. Exterior painting. Waterproofing.
30/06/2014 - Fixing Stage Complete
23/07/2014 - Plumbing complete, air con complete, electrical fit out
26/07/2014 - carpet, wardrobe doors, pantry shelves
28/07/2014 - clean & outdoor plumbing
29/07/2014 - Notice to book PCI
8/08/2014 - PCI @ 9am
14/08/2014 - Handover booked in for 1:30 pm
15/08/2014 - Handover complete
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