Identify the areas affected
An apartment bathroom may be private space while the entry path, lobby or lift belongs to a shared arrangement. A townhouse courtyard or external wall may also need clarification. Ask for the relevant property information rather than assuming the boundary from appearance.
Check permissions before ordering work
Ask the body corporate or owners corporation what process applies to the proposal. Obtain advice about approvals and documentation for the particular scheme and work. This guide does not determine legal permission for your property.
Follow the complete access route
Consider parking, gates, shared entrances, lifts and corridors before focusing on the bathroom or kitchen. A private room renovation does not solve a barrier in a shared route.
Investigate structure and shared services
Slabs, waterproofing, drainage and service locations can constrain a proposed design. A change that appears internal may have implications outside the room. The contractor should identify which investigations and professional input are needed.
Plan construction logistics
Ask about access for trades, deliveries, waste removal, protection of shared areas and any building rules. These questions should be resolved before a construction program is promised.
Keep the approval and building scopes aligned
Make sure drawings and specifications used for quoting match the version considered by the relevant decision makers. A later design change may need further discussion or approval.
Prepare the initial enquiry
Provide the address, property type, proposed work and whether the scheme contact has been approached. Do not send private committee correspondence or medical documents through the initial form. Detailed information can be requested through an agreed process.