Browse Forums Renovation + Home Improvement Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 3Jan 24, 2013 10:45 am The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 8Jan 26, 2013 3:15 pm Foremost Building Expert in Australia,assisting with building problems/disputes, building stage inspections,pre-contract review advice for peace of mind 200 blogs http://www.buildingexpert.net.au/blog Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 13Mar 20, 2013 5:59 am I think you will find builders too expensive, a better bet is a good framing carpenter. I know you did not want to OB but if you get a builder he will have to take out HOW (if over$12000) and the whole building budget will take a hit.[/quote] try this Foremost Building Expert in Australia,assisting with building problems/disputes, building stage inspections,pre-contract review advice for peace of mind 200 blogs http://www.buildingexpert.net.au/blog Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 14Mar 20, 2013 2:43 pm I wonder how much is a Qualified builder going to cost me. The 30k quote came from a carpenter. building-expert I think you will find builders too expensive, a better bet is a good framing carpenter. I know you did not want to OB but if you get a builder he will have to take out HOW (if over$12000) and the whole building budget will take a hit. Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 16Aug 09, 2016 9:11 pm Hi there, I have a similar project and was hoping you could recommend your draft person, engineer and builder? Also if comfortable would you mind sharing costs? Our project is also near Ringwood. Thanking you in advance, Imogene Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 17Aug 01, 2017 12:27 pm Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Hi Venom, we are looking to remove an internal load bearing wall and an alcove. I was wondering how you went with yours. Would you be able to share your process and recommendations if any? So far the quotes we have are around the $16k mark. I have heard they should be under $10k. Thank you. SL Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 18Aug 01, 2017 1:04 pm Hey guys I know it's an old thread but I can see a few new comments wanting to know more about the process and costs. Start with a structural engineer to determine beams sizes and installation methods. From there get 3- 5 quotes and generally you should get an average of what it's worth. If it's internal works and doesn't affect the any neighbours or neighbouring properties then generally it shouldn't need council approval, but check with a duty planner at your local council to be safe. Here is what the actual construction work will look like - https://youtu.be/jFkFfRIUapQ Good luck guys, do your research and don't rush the process, the more homework you do upfront the better the project will turn out. Regards James Mason www.renovationjunkies.com.au Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 19Aug 01, 2017 5:36 pm Well lucky you up there in Sydney James. Down here in good old Vic you need a permit to take a siht Anything structural, and I mean anything even like installing a window 300mm wider will require a permit,therefore a drawing,and probably engineer comp's because your having to put in a longer lintel. Most of the time this costs more than the supply &install of the window,but us registered builders have to comply because imagine the embarrassment,if when completed, the building owner asked the question,"should you have got a permit for what you've done" You can't lie and say no. We are supposed to know. Imagine what this could lead to- The client could refuse to pay You could be reported to the BPB and fined and have your licence suspended. It is a real pain in the arse. Why we as carpenters and builders cannot complete works as licenced builders be like plumbers and electricians and offer compliance certificates,because it is not hard to look up span tables of beams, as electricians know what size power cable to use,and plumbers know how long a sewer line can run before being vented is beyond me. Re: HELP! - Legal removal of load bearing walls in MELB 20Aug 01, 2017 6:01 pm oldchippy Well lucky you up there in Sydney James. Down here in good old Vic you need a permit to take a siht Anything structural, and I mean anything even like installing a window 300mm wider will require a permit,therefore a drawing,and probably engineer comp's because your having to put in a longer lintel. Most of the time this costs more than the supply &install of the window,but us registered builders have to comply because imagine the embarrassment,if when completed, the building owner asked the question,"should you have got a permit for what you've done" You can't lie and say no. We are supposed to know. Imagine what this could lead to- The client could refuse to pay You could be reported to the BPB and fined and have your licence suspended. It is a real pain in the arse. Why we as carpenters and builders cannot complete works as licenced builders be like plumbers and electricians and offer compliance certificates,because it is not hard to look up span tables of beams, as electricians know what size power cable to use,and plumbers know how long a sewer line can run before being vented is beyond me. Generally you need a permit for everything up here to, but some internal works are ok, hence my comment see a council duty planner as you never know, can even vary from council to council in the same state! Aggree about the span tables, could save a client $800 - $1500 just there... Regards James Mason www.renovationjunkies.com.au Any structural alteration to your home requires building permit. 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