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Electricity PitDo I need a new underground electricity pit?Yes, in order to provide power to your new home, an underground electricity pit is required, and needs to be installed prior to commencement of construction.

How do I arrange an underground electricity pit?To apply for a new underground electricity pit on your property, please contact your local electricity provider.

When should I apply for a new underground electricity pit?We recommend that you start the process as soon as possible. A new underground electricity pit can take between six to twelve weeks from the time of application. We can advise which side of the property to locate the new pit.

Do I need single, two or three-phase power?Normally a single phase power-supply is sufficient for most new homes. However, if you are planning to install a pool, spa or refrigerated cooling, a three phase power-supply may be required. Your local electricity provider will advise what phase power is available.

Getting StartedKnocking down and rebuilding your dream home couldn't be easier with Eastwest Homes.

As a multiple award winning builder, we offer a simple and frustration free approach to your Knock Down Rebuild project.

This guide will help answer some of the questions you may have about the Knock Down Rebuild process.

When you are ready to get started, our expert team is ready to help you design the perfect home to match your block and budget.

We will gather and assess all the relevant information about your property, neighbouring dwellings and local building regulations and provide you with a fixed quote for your new home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a new underground electricity pit?Yes, in order to provide power to your new home, an underground electricity pit is required, and needs to be installed prior to commencement of construction.

How do I arrange an underground electricity pit?To apply for a new underground electricity pit on your property, please contact your local electricity provider.

When should I apply for a new underground electricity pit?We recommend that you start the process as soon as possible. A new underground electricity pit can take between six to twelve weeks from the time of application. We can advise which side of the property to locate the new pit.

Do I need single, two or three-phase power?Normally a single phase power-supply is sufficient for most new homes. However, if you are planning to install a pool, spa or refrigerated cooling, a three phase power-supply may be required. Your local electricity provider will advise what phase power is available.

What is a re-establishment survey?A re-establishment survey is conducted by a licensed land surveyor. They will survey your property and determine the exact location of the legal title boundaries on your property and place new pegs and document the location of existing buildings and fencing boundaries.

Will I require a re-establishment survey?In most cases, yes. Whenever you place any part of your new building on or near the boundary of your property, a re-establishment survey is required. Will I need new boundary fences?Depending on your local shire and neighbouring properties, you may need to install a new boundary fence (or fence extensions) if your existing fences are less than 1.8m high.

Re-Establishment Survey

DemolitionWhat if my property has tenants?If you currently have tenants in your property, you will need to provide them with a written notice to vacate. Depending on the nature of your lease agreement, your tenants must be given a 60-90 day notice period.

When do I begin the demolition process?Before you can commence demolition, you will need to arrange the disconnection and abolishment of all the services which enter your property. We will advise the ideal time to start the demolition process. Your home must be demolished before we can apply for your building permit.

What is abolishment of services?Abolishment means the actual pipe or wire for each service (e.g. gas, electricity, water, phone) onto the property has to be physically removed, or made safe by the relevant authority.

Who do I contact for the disconnection and abolishment of services? You will be required to contact each relevant provider to organise the disconnection and abolishment. Note: If any services are in the name of your tenants, then they must arrange the disconnection.

Do I need to apply for dispensation?Dispensation (or Report and Consent) may be required for a number of reasons. Such as front set back or height of a wall on the boundary. We will evaluate your situation to determine if report and consent is needed. When required, we will manage the application and approval process through Council on your behalf.

How long does dispensation take?The time needed to obtain a dispensation will vary depending on the nature of your application. It will also depend on whether or not you also require your neighbour’s consent.

Dispensation (Report & Consent)

Do I need to arrange temporary fencing?Yes, temporary fencing will need to be erected prior to demolition and removed before we commence construction.

Do I need a Planning Permit?Our team will assess your property to determine if there are conditions or overlays that will trigger a town planning permit. If a town planning permit is required, we will provide you with a tailored action plan and fee proposal specific to your property to manage the application process for you.

How long does town planning take?The time needed to obtain a planning permit will vary dependent on local council conditions and their ability to process applications.

Will the council impose conditions to my design?In some cases, the council will require some changes to your design and/or siting to ensure it complies with the local town planning scheme.

Town Planning

What if I’m planning to sub-divide or build more than one home on my property?We recommend that you consult an experienced land surveyor as your first step if you are planning to sub-divide or build multiple dwellings on your property.

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Eastwest is dedicated to building exceptional homes, providing utmost flexibility, and delivering the highest level of customer service. Our commitment to each and every home buyer will always be:

We believe the key to feeling happy and satisfied in your new home is in exceptional communication. This is why we provide you with an experienced Customer Liaison Manager to guide you through every stage of the building process. Our pricing and inclusion sets are competitive, clear, and simple to compare.We won’t lock you into buying upgrade packages, simply add or remove inclusions and features as you wish.We will provide you with a precise, fixed site cost based on engineering and soil reports specific to your land. Meaning no inaccurate site cost averages and no hidden costs.

We welcome changes to our floor plans and are committed to building your dream home, which is why we’ve never built two home designs exactly the same.We offer an inclusive design service, so you can feel confident that at pre-construction every measure will be taken to ensure your chosen design will be tailored to most effectively complement your block. We treat each and every customer as a unique individual with regard to personal needs and requirements, and strive to satisfy as many of those needs as possible within the constraints of our organisation.

We ensure consistent, friendly, and transparent communication at every stage of the building process. Our Owner and Director, Peter Healy, has been building homes in Mel-bourne’s South East since 1995. This knowl-edge and passion is reflected in every member of our team.Our post-handover sup-port is second to none; if there’s a problem, we will fix it!We are a multiple HIA Award winning builder for a reason; the quality you observe in our display homes will be delivered in your new home.

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