SIMONSEZ AUSTRALIA
PRE SITE VISIT INFORMATION PACK
1. PURPOSE OF THE SITE VISIT
The pre-site visit is an important part of the modular home planning process.
The purpose of the visit is to:
• assess site suitability
• review delivery access
• identify potential installation challenges
• discuss footing and positioning requirements
• review crane and transport access
• identify potential engineering or council considerations
The site visit assists SimonSez Australia in preparing realistic installation recommendations and identifying potential project risks early.
2. INFORMATION TO PREPARE PRIOR TO THE VISIT
To assist with the site visit, Customers should prepare where possible:
• site address confirmation
• lot plans or site plans
• overhead photographs
• photographs of access points
• known council requirements
• details of existing services
• information regarding slope or retaining
• preferred home positioning
3. SITE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
Expandable modular homes require suitable access for delivery vehicles and cranes.
Customers should consider:
• truck access widths
• turning areas
• overhead powerlines
• trees and branches
• fencing restrictions
• neighbouring structures
• bogging risks
• sloping access
4. FOOTINGS & SITE PREPARATION
The site visit may include preliminary discussion regarding:
• footing requirements
• drainage
• retaining
• earthworks
• slope considerations
• stormwater management
Final footing and engineering requirements may vary depending on council, engineering and site-specific conditions.
5. ENGINEERING & COUNCIL REQUIREMENTS
Council and engineering requirements vary between locations and projects.
Additional requirements may arise depending on:
• local council policies
• BAL ratings
• wind classifications
• soil classifications
• flood-prone areas
• retaining requirements
6. NON-STANDARD SITE CONDITIONS
Additional engineering, labour or costs may apply where the site includes:
• steep slopes
• restricted access
• reactive soil
• difficult crane positioning
• retaining requirements
• unusual access conditions
7. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Customers remain responsible for:
• obtaining approvals
• arranging footings
• arranging utilities
• ensuring site readiness
• providing accurate site information
The site visit is intended as a planning and assessment process only.
8. ESTIMATES & PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
Any information, recommendations or comments provided during the site visit are preliminary in nature and may change following:
• engineering advice
• council feedback
• further inspections
• trade consultations
• detailed planning
9. SAFETY DURING THE SITE VISIT
Customers acknowledge that some sites may contain:
• uneven ground
• trip hazards
• construction areas
• environmental hazards
Reasonable footwear and safe access should be maintained during the inspection process.
