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Meeting notes

Hawthorn Residential Extension

LocationHawthorn VIC

ExistingWeatherboard cottage, circa 1910

ScopeTwo-storey addition to existing dwelling

StatusPre-design — site visit pending

Design Intent

Open-plan kitchen and dining addition at ground level
Children's bedroom(s) at first floor — quantity to confirm
Retain and integrate existing weatherboard cottage
Potential pool to rear — unconfirmed, budget allocation required

Budget & Indicative Fee

Construction~$400,000

Fee — base$32,000 – $48,000 (8–12% full service)

Fee — heritage$48,000 – $60,000 (12–15% if HO applies)

Note: Pool inclusion ($80–120k) would reduce building budget to $280–320k. Prioritise with client at site visit.

Open Items — confirmation required

Heritage overlay status — check Boroondara planning maps immediately
Pool — confirm inclusion and budget allocation
Existing cottage — full retention, partial demolition, or replacement?
Site visit — schedule this week
Total bedroom count and room programme
Site survey — engage surveyor if heritage overlay confirmed

Immediate Next Steps

Check heritage overlay (1 day)
Schedule site visit this week
Discuss pool priority and budget with client
Issue fee proposal once scope confirmed

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