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The Insolvent, Suspect, and the ending of Property CorporationToplace
from Sept 2023
A Defendant building consultant was extensively involved with obtaining his insolvent company a very lucrative construction contract threatening the safety of everyone in the area. Without due diligence, he began demolishing a major supporting wall on our property, the main load supporting wall of our bedroom. At one stage he had setup a hose from his roof diverted water into our office, causing over some several thousand dollars damage to the upstairs rooms, and undermining the footing of the house.
To compound matters, we through investigation found that the intermediate wall lacked the required fire rating, a major oversight that threatened our well-being. In spite of our pressing efforts to rectify the problem with the builder and contacting the council, we were informed the builder's inspector had already signed off on the project, providing no recourse and leaving us open to harm.
In spite of receiving a judgement in their favour and compensation for restitution, the emotional toll was immeasurable and created many unpleasant memories. They were forced to sell their beautiful home, we mourned the loss of our award winning sanctuary, another casualty of proper government oversight and dangerous construction practices. The lack of proper oversight and appropriate governance by government and local council created the environment for this tragedy to unfold, heightening the demand for greater accountability and protection for owners.
As we wrestle with the consequence of this trial, we are left to ponder: What assistance do house owners have when their sanctuaries are made vulnerable by the neglect of dodgy builders? {https://www.facebook.com/groups/1240633520160302, Construction
