23/08/2022
Alex Wolf from MBCM Strata Specialists Frankston is adamant that early engagement of OC Managers during development planning will futureproof potential issues for the developer and reduce potential long-term costs for residents. That’s because Alex knows only too well how often OC Managers are not engaged until the last step in the development process when the property is nearly built.
When asked to give an example of how early engagement is not just beneficial but critical, Alex describes how he was approached by a local developer to work up a draft budget in the planning phase of their development. He went straight to work, utilising his extensive experience to review the plans for this multi-level development of 25 units. Immediately he noticed something was missing - A fall arrest system was not provided for, and no consideration had been given to installing one.
Read the full story: https://mbcm.com.au/Case-Study/Who-takes-the-fall-when-critical-items-are-missed