SIMONSEZ AUSTRALIA
OWNER-BUILDER INFORMATION GUIDE
1. WHAT IS AN OWNER-BUILDER?
An Owner-Builder is a person who takes legal responsibility for building works performed on their property.
Many modular and transportable housing projects require the property owner to apply as the Owner-Builder depending on council and project requirements.
2. OWNER-BUILDER RESPONSIBILITIES
The Owner-Builder may be responsible for:
• council approvals
• engineering approvals
• site preparation
• footings
• drainage
• utility applications
• trade coordination
• compliance with approval conditions
3. APPROVAL PROCESS
The approval process may involve:
• Owner-Builder application
• council approvals
• engineering certification
• planning approvals
• inspections
• utility approvals
• compliance certificates
4. TRAINING & WHITE CARD REQUIREMENTS
Certain projects may require completion of an Owner-Builder course and/or White Card training depending on council or authority requirements.
Customers should confirm current requirements directly with relevant authorities.
5. ENGINEERING & COUNCIL REQUIREMENTS
Requirements may vary depending on:
• zoning
• BAL ratings
• soil classifications
• wind classifications
• retaining requirements
• flood-prone areas
• council policies
6. SITE PREPARATION RESPONSIBILITIES
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Owner-Builder remains responsible for:
• earthworks
• retaining
• drainage
• footings
• site clearing
• utility trenching
• access preparation
7. CUSTOMER-APPOINTED TRADES
Owner-Builders may engage their own licensed trades.
Customer-appointed trades remain independent contractors and are not representatives of SimonSez Australia.
8. PROJECT STAGING & TIMEFRAMES
Modular projects involve staged processes including approvals, manufacturing, shipping, customs, delivery, installation and trade fit-off.
Estimated timeframes are indicative only and may vary.
9. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
SimonSez Australia cannot guarantee council approval outcomes, engineering outcomes, authority processing times or utility connection timeframes.
10. RECOMMENDED PREPARATION
Customers are encouraged to:
• speak with council early
• understand budget contingencies
• understand realistic timelines
• obtain preliminary site information
• ensure suitable site access
11. CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Customer acknowledges that Owner-Builder projects involve legal responsibilities, approvals and coordinated construction activities.
12. SIGN-OFF
Customer Signature: ____________________________
Print Name: ____________________________
Date: ____________________________
SimonSez Australia Representative: ____________________________
Date: ____________________________