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SITE INSPECTION REPORT
| Client name: | Mr/Mrs/ |
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| Client address: | 3 Chambers Way | ||
| Albany WA 6330 | |||
| Client contact: | Home 9456 7899 | Work 9456 7899 | Mobile 0418 641 288 |
| Existing building |  yes |
 no |
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| Vacant land | yes |
no |
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| Lot/house no. Lot 179 | |||
| Street: Chambers Way | |||
| Suburb: Albany | Postcode 6330 | ||
OFFICE REFERENCE
CLIENT REFERENCE #: 2010/ROGJB/002
| New dwelling |
Grouped dwelling |
Ancillary accommodation |
| Patio |
Carport |
Garage |
| Retaining Wall |
Shop |
School building |
| Office |
Fit-out |
Multiple dwellings |
| Addition/alteration to dwelling |
Factory |
Warehouse |
| Shed |
Pergola |
Other (specify) |
| Yes No |
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| Easements: (detail): Sewer easement to Water Corp |
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| Covenants: (detail): _________________________________________________________ |
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OFFICE REFERENCE
Client Reference number: 2010/ROGJB/002
SITE NOTES
| Front left |
Front right |
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| Rear left |
Rear right |
Truncation |
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| Other (detail): ________________ |
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| Yes |
No |
| Yes |
No |
| Yes No |
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| Mountable type kerbing |
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| Non mountable type kerbing |
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| Kerbing in good condition |
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| Kerbing in poor condition |
Number of cracks: | 8 |
| Pieces missing: | 2 | |
| Will a kerbing bond be required? | Yes |
No |
| Yes No |
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| Footpath in good condition |
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| Footpath in poor condition |
Number of cracks: | 5 |
| Pieces missing: | NIL | |
| Will a footpath bond be required? | yes |
no |
| Yes No |
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| Will a bond be required to store materials on the verge (detail on site plan)? | Yes |
No |
| Sand |
Clay |
Gravel |
Rock |
Limestone |
| Other (specify): _____________________________________________________ |
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| Yes No |
| Trees (chainsaw) lopping, remove from site |
| Shrubs (no of truck loads approx.): ________________ |
| Rubbish (skip bin required) |
| Top soil to be stockpiled to back of lot |
| Outcrops of rock present (m³ of rock approx.): _______Nil_____________ |
| Deep sewer (check for required fall) |
Septic tank and leach drains |
| Alternative disposal system (detail): __________________________________ | |
| Is fencing present? | Yes No |
| Fence/s in good condition |
Fence/s in poor condition (describe): _____________ |
| Fence/s to the (detail): ____________________________________ |
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No |
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| Condition of wall/s (describe): __________________________________________________ | |
| Retaining walls to the (detail): __________________________________________________ | |
| Yes
No |
| Overhead power |
Gas |
Council drainage |
Sewer |
Fire |
| Water |
Communication |
Reticulated water |
Underground power |
| Good access |
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| Poor access (describe): __________________________________ |
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| Will a temporary access be required? | Yes |
No |
| Yes No |
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| Are there services required where the crossover is located (detail on site plan)? | Yes |
No |
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Reproduced with the permission of the Housing Industry Association Ltd.
| Yes No |
| Council stormwater drainage system available |
| Stormwater to be contained on site (eg soakwells) |
| Yes No |
| <= 200 mm |
| > 200 mm |
| Yes No |
| <1.0 m |
| >1.0 m |
| Yes No |
| Yes No |
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| Whole building |
Part of building |
| Proposed m² of building (m²) | 178.29 |
| Existing side boundary setback measured at (m) | _______________ |
| Proposed setback to rear boundary is measured at (m) | 25.76 |
| Distance from existing building to proposed building measured at (m) | _______________ |
| Pitch of existing roof measured at (m) | _______________ |
| Height of finished floor level to proposed building measured from datum | 10.20 |
Distance to other existing outbuildings/structures measured at (m):
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| Distance to any easements measured at rear of house (sewer) (m) | 22.76 |
| Distance to any services measured at (m): | |
| 1. sewer (furthest outlet to 1m from easement) | 33.50 |
| 2. septic tank | _______________ |
| 3. leach drain | _______________ |
| 4. power supply | 6.00 |
| 5. other(detail) | _______________ |
| Rear right boundary peg missing, arrange with land surveyor for a re peg and establish finished floor level from datum. |
| Both kerbing and footpath in poor condition. Take photos to present to the Local Authority for record. Organise kerb/footing application and pay deposit. |
| Discuss with the Local Authority regarding the possibility of removing the verge tree if needed, establish a contact for enquiries. |
| Discuss with the Local Authority connection requirements into their stormwater system, establish a contact for enquiries. |
| Clarify details with Water Authority regarding the procedures relating to easements. |
| Discuss details with client regarding the proposed driveway. Need to establish a temporary access but can use later as the base for the driveway. |
| Discuss the requirements with the Local Authority regarding the crossover specifications. Ensure person responsible to construct the crossover is an approved contractor recognised by the Local Authority, so as to receive a part refund on completion. |
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TYPE OF BUILDING/STRUCTURE
In this section, you need to determine what type of building you will be working on.
CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
This is an important document that clearly defines the owner/s of the lot, the correct address, and any encumbrances that may exist. It should be accompanied by a survey plan that details the lot's dimensions.
BOUNDARY PEGS FOUND
On a regular lot there will be four pegs, one in each corner. Other more complex-shaped lots will have more pegs to indicate the position of the lot's boundaries.
CORRECT LOT IDENTIFIED ACCORDING TO TITLE
The number on top of the pegs must be checked against the Certificate of Title to ensure that it's the correct lot. All pegs must be in place, and not have been disturbed.
RE-SURVEY/RE-PEG REQUIRED
A re-survey of the lot may be required to establish if the details shown on the Certificate of Title are those of the lot to be built on; that it's the correct lot, the boundary dimensions are correct, and the boundary pegs are in the correct location. If there is doubt about the details, you should always carry out a re-survey and, where necessary, a re-peg of the lot.
Mountable type kerbing
Can the kerbing be easily mounted by supply trucks when accessing the site, or will it have to be removed?
Non mountable type kerbing
Can the kerbing be easily mounted by supply trucks when accessing the site, or will it have to be removed?
Kerbing in good condition
If the condition of kerbing is not established before building work commences, the builder could be asked to rectify any damage. Kerbing should also be photographed for future reference if needed.
Kerbing in poor condition
If the condition of kerbing is not established before building work commences, the builder could be asked to rectify any damage. Kerbing should also be photographed for future reference if needed.
Will a kerbing bond be required?
Some local authorities will ask for a refundable bond prior to the commencement of any work.
Footpath in good condition
If the condition of the foothpath is not established before building work commences, the builder could be asked to rectify any damage.
Footpath in poor condition
If the condition of the footpath is not established before building work commences, the builder could be asked to rectify any damage. Kerbing should also be photographed for future reference if needed.
Will a footpath bond be required?
Some local authorities will ask for a refundable bond prior to the commencement of any work. Footpath/s should also be photographed for future reference if needed.
Will a bond be required to store materials on the verge
Where materials or components are not able to be stored within the lot buildings, a permit will need to be obtained from local authorities prior to storing any materials or components within or upon the verge. This may not always be granted, due to the risks to the public, therefore, the builder will need to consult with the relevant authorities.
CHECK SOIL TYPE
This is only an observation, to give an insight into the makeup of the foundation. The visual inspection must be backed up with a properly performed soil test, usually undertaken by suitably qualified professionals. The results of the soil test determine the most suitable method of supporting the structure within the foundation and are an important component within the design documentation.
VEGETATION REMOVAL (estimation)
To prevent soil erosion and sand nuisance to the site, minimal soil removal should occur. Where possible, any topsoil should be stockpiled to the back of the site for future landscaping.
PROPERTY FENCING
An inspection of the fencing may protect the builder against claims of damage from the adjoining neighbour/s. It can also determine whether any additional fencing may be needed for OSH reasons or security during the construction period. The fencing should also be photographed for future reference if needed.
EXISTING RETAINING WALLS (detail on site plan)
As with fencing, existing retaining walls must be checked for any damage (both structural and cosmetic) as this may protect the builder against claims of damage. In some situations a structural engineer may need to do an inspection and report, giving the nature and location of any retaining walls relevant to existing, new or neighbouring buildings or structures.
EXISTING STRUCTURES ON BOUNDARIES (adjoining property – detail on site plan)
Any existing structures on adjoining properties that are close to the proposed new work may need to be underpinned. In some situations, a complete redesign or relocation of the new work may need to be undertaken.
EXISTING SERVICES (detail on site plan)
The locations of existing services need to be known. This ensures that a building or structure can be designed with short connection runs and driveways or access ways are not located at these same locations.
ACCESS TO SITE (detail on site plan)
This part of the inspection simply determines whether a temporary access is required.
CROSSOVER REQUIRED
The crossover is the access point to the lot which crosses the verge, and runs from the road edge to the property's front boundary. During the construction phase this is the usual entry point to the site and at completion is constructed in accordance with local authority requirements.
TYPE OF EARTHWORKS
This is simply a visual representation of what could be expected from any required earthworks.
IS IT A WET BUILDING SITE?
For a wet building site, subsoil drainage may be required.
FINISHED FLOOR LEVELS TO BE RAISED
Some local authorities may stipulate that for a part of a building on a particular lot or in a particular area that the finished floor level is to be raised a minimum of 200 mm at the highest point. This is generally advised where this is a history of the site or area holding surface water during the winter months. Raising floor levels may create issues requiring the need for retaining walls.
RETAINING WALLS REQUIRED
Local authorities generally require certified drawings from a structural engineer for any retaining walls equal to or greater than 1.0 m. Sometimes this is not always the case and retaining walls less than 1.0 m may need the same certified drawings as a retaining wall equal to or greater than 1.0 m. You should always consult with the local authority.
SITE MEASUREMENT
These measurements are important, and will be used in your sketches and drawings.
SITE PLAN
Here you can draw a simple sketch of the site, with any necessary elements noted.
COMMENTS
Use this area to make your own notes and comments about anything else you find during your site inspection that might be important to the work you're doing.