Unless otherwise specified in this tender, no allowance has been made for:

  • No allowance has been made for removal of existing dwelling (if appropriate). Owner to obtain consent and remove dwelling, footings, asbestos and all concrete prior to commencement of construction. We would advise the dwelling not be removed until all approvals are in place and the Building contract has been signed and finance in place ready to commence.
  • This tender is subject to a contour survey by a registered surveyor and a soil test by an engineer. This tender is preliminary and based on approximate spot levels and no knowledge of soil classification. After demolition a second contour will be required (cost included). If further contours are required, additional charges will apply and if necessary it is the owner’s responsibility to restore levels to pre-demolition levels. Some approving authorities may require a full Geotech report at additional cost.
  • Owner to obtain consent and remove trees, roots, stumps, grass, soil, rubbish, overburden and undergrowth from site prior to commencement of construction (by owner).
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for any rock excavation on-site.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for retaining walls as required by approving authority (if appropriate).
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for additional sewer connection points, if a pump-out system or reflux valves are required this will incur additional charges to the owner.
  • Owner to ensure home complies with covenants on title (88B) and developer requirements. If required, owner to obtain consent from developer.
  • All internal dimensions on plans are frame to frame, slab to under joist and floor to under truss and are nominal and may vary slightly.
  • Slab/soil classification for “S”, “M” or “H1” is included if required at no additional cost. Other soil classifications, saline soil requirements, rock excavation or wind classification exceeding 33mps will incur additional charges.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for special reports such as drainage, hydraulic design and construction of detention tanks, rain water tanks or systems, landscape design or construction, acoustic reports, geotechnical reports, dilapidation reports, flood reports or solar efficiency reports. Diversion and/or dispersion of surface water to approving authority’s satisfaction, or dual stormwater if required. Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for landscaping, turf, paths, driveways, approving authority’s laybacks, gutter crossing.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for carpet, tiling to dry areas, border/décor tiles or tiles above allowance, feature painted or wallpaper walls, light fittings, curtains or air conditioning.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for carpet, tiling to dry areas, border/decor tiles or tiles above allowance, feature painted or wallpaper walls, light fittings, curtains or air conditioning.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for the following if required by approving authority: shadow line studies, temporary fencing, WorkCover requirements other than scaffolding, Water Board B.O.S or zone of influence requirements or dual water plumbing. No allowance has been made for under- road boring for services. No authority bonds or connection fees or special Sydney Water/Hunter water fees are included in this tender. No allowance made for Telstra, NBN, or pay TV connection fees. Approving authority’s bond for driveway and footpath by owner. While care is taken, Allcastle Homes does not accept any responsibility for damage that may occur to existing footpaths, gutters, driveways, fencing, retaining walls, paths, council or authority assets, Telstra pits, service pits or turrets, water meters or pools during construction. Restoration by owner. Site costs are for services to shortest connection point and being available and within the site boundaries at the top of the driveway within 10m of home. Should existing services require upgrading or owner require services in different locations, additional costs will be incurred. Owner to advise builder of requested changes in writing and builder can quote on requested changes (if practical). Supply authorities are responsible for availability of services. If town gas not available, bottles and stand or solar may be required at additional cost.
  • Prior to commencement of construction owner to ensure any pool is drained and fenced entire way around with 20mm thick boarding placed over top of pool to comply with Council and SafeWork NSW requirements. Unless quoted for in the tender, no allowance has been made for extra scaffolding due to the pool location or depth, any services that require relocating or diversion, any hand digging or the removal and replacement of any landscaping around existing pool shells will incur additional costs by owner.
  • If any overhead power lines cross approving authority’s nature strip and the property to neighbouring properties, this may be a work hazard. Owner to consult with utility department to tag, cover or relocate lines for protection and safety during construction at own cost.
  • Water and gas metres may be required to be relocated away from access points of property by owner prior to commencement of construction.
  • Owner to advise builder if strengthening is required, at additional cost, to support upstairs floor, pianos, waterbeds or additional loads, such as heavy tiling or solar panels on roof.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for drop edge beam requirements, importing fill, export of fill, removal of overburden, removal of fill from piers, diversion of services due to close proximity of any proposed future pool excavation, additional concrete pumps.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for handrails, steps, or landings.
  • No allowance has been made for any submissions to approving authorities for sub-divisions and/or dual occupancies.
  • No allowance has been made for relocation (if required) of Telstra pits if within approving authority’s crossover.
  • Owner to provide adequate access onto site and up to or down to building platform. Should stabilised pavement be required over all-weather access that is provided by builder, additional charges will be incurred. Additional pavement becomes the property of the owner.
  • For two storey homes, 4 cranes have been allowed for in this tender. If additional or specific cranes are required due to site conditions, additional charges will apply. No credit available if item not used.
  • Should the council or other authority direct that road/site access conditions require permits for road closures/openings, footpath crossings, stand plant permits or foot path closures, traffic controllers and/or equipment, additional charges will apply. Note: Delays incurred obtaining permits from Traffic Management or Approving Authorities will incur an extension of time to contract, if required.
  • No allowance has been made for repairs to make safe approving authority’s footpath, gutters, vehicle crossing whilst in construction.
  • The approving authority’s footpath and adjacent surroundings and approving authority’s assets remain the responsibility and liability of the property owner.
  • Warranty/services on gas and electric appliances, air conditioning, intercoms, vacuum systems, taps and toilets are by manufacturer.
  • Due to research, product improvements, model changes & changes to building codes, Allcastle Homes reserves the right to vary brands of materials used, suppliers, designs, construction methods & fittings/plans & profiles of skirtings and architraves may vary from display home. Due to batch variations, colours, finish and appearance of materials such as bricks & mortar/tiles/timber may vary from samples.
  • Unless quoted for in tender, no allowance has been made for relevant authority or owner requirements pertaining to the aged or disabled.
  • Fences may be required to be covered with plastic by the owner prior to commencement of construction.
  • Extensions of sewer lines or levies such as Section 7.11, Section 73 or Section 7.12 contribution levies or special taxes.
  • Air Conditioning:
    Due to construction constraints, the exact position, availability and type of outlets and position may vary. The system is designed to operate on one of the two zones at a time, additional zones will not increase the capacity of the unit. Should approving authorities require special reports, soundproofing measures or a specific location for the unit, additional costs will apply. Performance of the unit is subject to many factors and the system may on occasion not fully satisfy the expectations of the owner.
  • Drawing/design work:
    Included in tender price is one (1) full set of sited drawings and one (1) set of revised drawings. Should the owner require subsequent revised plans prior to contract signing, a re-draw fee will apply each time further re-drawing is required.