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Large renovations and what you need to know
How good planning will make large renovations easier
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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”
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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
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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
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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
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Design Contract
Design contract Timelines and Deadlines # of changes Exploration time for possibilities
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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
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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.
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The City
Important player in process Enforcer of By-laws Committee of Adjustment Permit requirements Building inspectors
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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
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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
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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
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Contractor
Contract Comprehensive and detailed Scope Timelines/Deadlines Payment schedule Insurance and warranties Statement of accountability for both sides Exit clauses Look for fairness
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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A design and build renovation by Wo-Built Inc
Started out as a bungalow
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The end result Ended up as a two
storey home
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And many steps in-between
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And many steps in-between for the exterior
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And the interior
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A renovation we can be proud of
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