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The Melbourne Home Project Planning Checklist
Everything worth preparing before a residential project — so your first conversation goes further and your project starts on solid ground. Print it, or work through it on screen.
Clarify your vision
Write a plain-language description of the outcome you want
Collect reference photos of looks or features you like
Note what isn’t working about the property today
List your must-haves versus nice-to-haves
Understand your property
Confirm the property type and ownership status
Note whether it’s occupied, vacant or tenanted
Find the approximate site size if you can
Note access constraints (driveway, gates, slope)
Gather what you already have
Existing plans, drawings or sketches
Permits, reports or engineering information
Any quotes or advice received
Property title or plan of subdivision if handy
Think about stage & timing
Decide whether you’re exploring or ready to move
Note any date that matters to you
Consider seasonal timing for outdoor work
Set an indicative budget
Agree a realistic range with anyone else involved
Separate ‘essential’ from ‘if budget allows’
Remember budget is a guide, not a barrier
Prepare your questions
Who will be involved and how are they engaged?
How are responsibilities and contracts documented?
What does the next step look like?
How are warranties and insurances handled?
Worked through it? Let’s talk.
Bring your notes to a free discovery call and we’ll help shape the next step.