Building Duplex - What is the right questions to ask the Architect...

Discussion in 'Development' started by MeMore, 10th Mar, 2018.

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  1. MeMore

    MeMore Member

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    I would like to build a duplex under Parramatta Council that is on in lower side of the road, has downstream towards to the backyard.

    I am trying very hard to build a professional team to help me out for the project
    1. What will be the right question to ask Architect?
    2. Is it good or bad to get Architect in charge of whole applying DA approved?
    3. Are there any other professional that I can get help in charge of applying DA?
    4. How much fees are fair for Architect work-on: 670sqm land with 5 bedder Duplex
    5. If I've registered and become an Owner-builder and employed Professional to help me to build own house, can I claim Tax benefit?
    Many thanks
     
    MeMore, 10th Mar, 2018
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  2. 6993

    6993 Active Member

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    Hi
    All your questions are valid. You need to work out -
    1. Are you going to live in one of the dwellings
    2. Can you take time off your work haphazardly
    3. Is your aim just saving money
    4. What are your duplex requirements
    5. Would you earn more in your job in overall 3 months of holidays against saving $30k to $50k
    6. Do you want construction to finish within 9 to 10 months

    Feel free to ask me any other queries
     
    6993, 10th Mar, 2018
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  3. Soleman

    Soleman New Member

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    Hi,

    I am wondering how is your project traveling and if you can share your experience.
    thanks
    sole
     
    Soleman, 15th Apr, 2018
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  4. Scott No Mates

    Scott No Mates Well-Known Member

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    What tax benefits are you seeking to claim? You're the owner, client & builder. You're not a separate person, so what is the question?
     
    Scott No Mates, 15th Apr, 2018
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