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RETROSPECTIVE COMPLIANCE + PROJECT FACILITATION
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Joe Holmes has been involved in the Tasmanian construction industry for more than 20 years and is available to:
Review documentation & structures
Identify issues and problem areas
Discuss potential solutions
Explore and navigate pathways to compliance
Engage the right industry professionals
Facilitate retrospective compliance
Why Obtaining retrospective compliance is dIFFICULT...
Why Obtaining retrospective compliance is dIFFICULT...
AND WHY YOU'LL WANT A PROJECT FACILITATOR
Retrospective approvals and completion of illegal building works are increasingly difficult to achieve because private building surveyors and the requisite consultants are not inclined to become involved due to professional indemnity risk. There is an underlying prejudice against projects that have been undertaken without approval, given these works could be ill-conceived, poorly constructed and often do not meet current building and plumbing requirements. The building industry in Tasmania is relatively small and consultants trade on the strength of their reputation, hence, building surveyors prefer new work over the risky business of retrospective approvals.
In many cases existing building work needs to be upgraded, rectified or completed to comply with current standards. Joe is prepared to act as the authorised agent and be the project facilitator for unapproved or incomplete projects. He reviews existing documentation and structures. He investigates and resolves the non-compliance issues, with support from trusted industry contacts. He will endeavour to achieve the required planning, building and plumbing approvals. He cannot offer any assurance that existing works will be made compliant but he will consult with the client throughout his investigations regarding feasibility and do everything possible to bring the project to completion to satisfy Permit Authority requirements.
Joe is an experienced, well-connected project facilitator who takes the headache out of retrospective compliance for the client and delivers efficiencies for all concerned. As a project facilitator, he maintains a network of industry contacts that include professional consultants and contractors to provide the necessary support, documentation and onsite work. He also cultivates productive working relationships with council planning, building and plumbing departments. Joe is an excellent communicator and will provide comprehensive, transparent briefings to inform all parties throughout the process.
How the process works...
What Next?
Contact Joe to get things underway with a preliminary assessment.
Let him know your situation and what you are hoping to achieve.
He will need information and details regarding your project and may request any relevant documentation. Upon receipt of this information and payment of the Preliminary Assessment Service fee, he will begin his investigations on your behalf. After his preliminary assessment, he will provide you with a verbal briefing, enabling you to determine the course of action most suitable to your needs.
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A Few Client Projects...
Preliminary Assessment Client
The client was considering buying and relocating a house. Joe investigated and identified the issues and costs the client would face to secure planning & building approvals. This information helped the client decide this was not the right option for her. A preliminary assessment from Joe saved her a lot of money and heartache.
Comprehensive Assessment Client
The interstate client wanted to renovate their shack and flip it. They were grateful that Joe helped them to understand the hidden secrets of their title & "character shack", which included asbestos and boundary encroachment by a neighbour. Joe guided them through to a quality outcome, including a new-build garage/workshop.
Facilitate Compliance Client
Joe reviewed the compliance implications and managed everything; approvals, building preps, cranage and transport, foundations, access, onsite wastewater system and completion for a small dwelling that the client purchased and needed relocating and establishing. He even organised the fencing contractor!
Facilitate Compliance Client
Joe helped the client through the process of converting their existing fisherman's net shed into a two-bedroom dwelling. Overcoming the challenges of converting a Class 10A outbuilding to a Class 1A dwelling. They now have a fully approved, character-filled AirBnB & guests love it!
Client Testimonies...
"Joe Holmes went well above what we expected. We found a property we liked the look of for our young family, but being from Western Australia and not being able to properly inspect the property ourselves, we hired Joe to conduct due diligence and an appraisal on the property. He quickly identified it as unsuitable before we had legally committed, which saved us from potential legal issues.
He could have just left it there. But he went out of his way to find a more suitable property for us, which we ended up buying.
The whole way through he showed genuine empathy for our situation and gave measured, considered assistance tailored to our family’s needs and wants for our dream Tassie adventure.
Can’t recommend him highly enough. If you want someone who actually looks out for your interests rather than just closing a deal, Joe’s your guy."
Ren
"I feel fortunate that Joe from Retrospective Compliance was recommended to me, to act on my behalf, to oversee and coordinate the successful completion of building works on my property to meet local Council requirements.
I soon realised Joe had good knowledge of building and Council requirements. From the start Joe was always clear on how he would go about the process which included assessment of my situation, perusal of existing documentation, site visits, and meetings with Council.
With sound knowledge of service providers, Joe engaged and utilised the services of numerous providers, suppliers and contractors, i.e. surveyors, designers, engineers and trade contractors.
Communication with Joe was always very good, keeping me well informed, at scheduled times, verbally and in writing regarding progress and goals.
I am very happy to recommend Joe Holmes to assist anyone in a similar situation."
Jenny
"My partner and I bought a really eye catching pod project on a lovely sloped block with breathtaking views of the water and mountains at Primrose Sands.
The property was really appealing due to a secondary shack. We went out on a limb and purchased the deceased estate property even though the real estate said it was not approved and the guy died during the process but there was heaps of paperwork.
We received the paperwork which was a mess of incomplete bits and bobs. I first made the mistake of engaging a "certifier" to assist. Bills came in but progress did not and he wanted me to do legwork, problem is I am interstate and needed someone to know what needed to be done and actually do the work.
Through a contact I heard of Joe Holmes and decided to give him a call. I could not believe the knowledge Joe has and I gained more knowledge of my project in one phone call than I did after months with the other guy. Needless to say, I terminated my contract with the other and signed up with Joe.
Joe gave us a guesstimate of cost and timelines and we sat back. We could not believe how Joe could get things done and understood the myriad of complexities and nuances of the Sorell Council rules and codes.
Sure there were bills to pay but things got done with integrity, honesty, speed and diligence. I am sure Joe suffered frustration with Council but always maintained the utmost professionalism. We couldn't be happier when the impossible happened and the email came with a copy of the Certificate of Substantial Compliance and Certificate of Completion. Whats more, the shack is now fully compliant also.
We recommend Joe unreservedly."
Scott B
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