Large renovations and what you need to know 2010

June 30th, 2010 Copyright Wo-Built Inc, Toronto Canada www.wobuilt.com - 416 402 2679 info@wobuilt.com

Large renovations and what you need to know

How good planning will make large renovations easier

Who we are

A Design and Build General contractor with a vision: leading quality building company innovative design and construction using projects as a means to helping women, the

community and the environment educating the public about good practices making the trades more acceptable as a career “To be the best builder while doing good”

What are going to talk about

Planning – Setting goals Design – Important guidelines City - Application process Budget – Main points Contractor – Choosing one Construction – How it can effect you Grants and Rebates – Possible help Reading and sample renovation by Wo-Built

Planning – Setting Goals

Start with your dreams Have a list of your needs Do not prejudge anything Explore the possibilities Know your financial limitations Know your tolerance level for disruptions

Design - General

Choice of designers to make sure you have the same design vision

Traditional design route vs. Design and Build Expect to engage professionals for structure

and heating and air-conditioning design

Design Contract

Design contract Timelines and Deadlines # of changes Exploration time for possibilities

Design - Content

Wow Factor Green Elements –

LEED, Energy/Resources savings, Materials Donate and Upcycle

Design for your needs and not for resale Trendy versus enduring design

Design – Most important

Know what is important to you Prioritize your wish-list Depending on budget you have to make

choices But - Do not settle for Compromises

for Elements that are important to you. You will not be satisfied with the end result.

The City

Important player in process Enforcer of By-laws Committee of Adjustment Permit requirements Building inspectors

The Application Process

Possible complications Have building permits been issued for your home

for previous extensions/renovations? Expect to have to legalize grandfathered

alteration – including non-conforming tenanted areas

Trees have rights – expect to have to pay deposits

Expect lengthy Process time

Budget

Set a realistic budget Do cost checks during the design Understanding cost implication for building in

existing structures Vs new build Expect Cost overruns Have reserves

Contractor

Criteria to choose builders Do you like them – Remember a renovation is like

a marriage Meet several times – do you still like them References - only as a final check Cost – Get informed before you asked for prices.

Ask questions. Remember: lowest bidder may not be able to give you what you want

Contractor

Contract Comprehensive and detailed Scope Timelines/Deadlines Payment schedule Insurance and warranties Statement of accountability for both sides Exit clauses Look for fairness

Construction

Live through it vs temporary accommodations: Added stress if staying due to dust, dirt, crammed spaces since you have to empty out the rooms, contractor’s tool storage, noise, intrusion into your life – OK for a week

Importance of project management – will reduce your stress and result in Better Communication

Construction – Added costs and stresses

“Nasties” found on site, especially electrical, structural, mold, asbestos etc.

Changes to the design resulting in more time Sometimes the Neighbour factor – including

renting part of their property for access, dealing with complaints, demands and threats etc.

Grants and Rebates

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation website http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/co/renoho/refash/refash_002.cfm

For Landlords: http://wobuilt.blogspot.com/2010/06/does-your-rental-property-need-repairs.html

ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes Grant: http://www.ecoaction.gc.ca/ECOENERGY-ECOENERGIE/index-eng.cfm

Interesting reading by Wo-Built Inc

http://wobuilt.blogspot.com/2009/04/celebrating-earth-day-striving-to-be.html

http://wobuilt.blogspot.com/search/label/green building

http://wobuilt.blogspot.com/search/label/building renovation

A design and build renovation by Wo-Built Inc

Started out as a bungalow

The end result Ended up as a two

storey home

And many steps in-between

And many steps in-between for the exterior

And the interior

A renovation we can be proud of

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