Building in a BAL FZ NSW - need advice
Hi,
I am planning to custom build a house in a BAL FZ NSW land. I am thinking of a ~300sqm home [on a ~900sqm land with a lightly slope and rocks]. I am yet to do a land survey and architectural design and want to understand options of materials etc and get a high-level project cost to build before i connect with potential builders or project managers.
I do not have any construction-related experience and this is the first time I am planning to build a house. [good in Excel
Any suggestions/ideas/advice on materials/sizes/suppliers/technique/tricks will be greatly helpful on the following subjects:
- Glass Window / Glass / Shatter [~150 sqm in total consist of fixed-glass wall, glass windows, Sliding doors/window]
- Slabs/floor [Two slabs ~110 sqm each]
- Walls [exterior & Interior]
- Roofing
- Decking [~50sqm]
- Fencing
- Any other ideas
Also, if you know
- Any website/forum to find ideas to build in BAL FZ
- Any resource [MS Project template etc]
I am excited about this journey and looking forward to the experience!
Thanks for your patience in reading this big note.
Rupon
Comments (6)
NexGEN Decking
3 years agoHi Rupon,
Our DryDeck is rated for use in BAL FZ (Flame Zone). Available in a great range of colours.
https://nexgendecking.com.au/products/aluminium-waterproof-deck
Feel free to give us a call to discuss - (02) 8072 6220macyjean
3 years agoI knew of BAL but I had to google that one.
Not related to that but if you don't have a plan yet hopefully you can make the most of orientation. So many questions are about floorplans which already have been designed and are limited in what can be altered. I find it surprising and disappointing that after so many years there is still such a lack of attention to orientation. Which part of NSW are you in, is the climate mild or do you need to design for cold winters as well as hot summers?
You'll want to plan your landscaping for the conditions too. https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/how-do-i-fireproof-my-outdoor-area-in-8-easy-steps-stsetivw-vs~129216102
Rupon Roy
Original Author3 years agoHi, BAL FZ is Bushfire Attack Level Flame Zone [the highest BAL Ratings], sorry should have explained it earlier. Thanks
macyjean
3 years agoAnd the struggle to address orientation and climate in a timely fashion continues.
Kate