services

m²space provides a unique blend of services designed to assist you in making astute and informed decisions about buying, selling, developing, or entering into joint venture project partnerships.

Typical development site appraisals are not comprehensive enough, especially in the early stages of due diligence. It is almost impossible to determine the true value of a site without first testing its potential yield in relation to aspects such as relevant planning schemes, market demand and product types. Our holistic approach considers many impacting factors - RIGHT FROM THE OUTSET.

We provide professional services at all or any of the stages of the development life cycle, in advisory, design & construct (D&C) or client side project management roles. Our services include:

pre - acquisition (due diligence stage)

• Site appraisals - a quick and inexpensive look at the development potential of a particular site

•  Planning assessments - an overview of the statutory and local authority planning documents (Planning Scheme) in relation to the site

•  Market appraisals - an objective assessment of the state of the property market within the larger demographic and socio-economic context to inform the ”Highest and Best use” of the site

• Conceptual analysis - schematic modeling and yield studies, with particular regard to relevant development controls, the Australian Standards (AS) and the building code

•  Preliminary Feasibility - a broad brush look at the fundamental viability of the project - does it stack up?

post - acquisition (or under an Option Contract)

•  Design and product brief - obtain and process marketing information to establish the most appropriate product type and mix, schedules of accommodation and levels of quality

•  Design development - progressing the preferred solution in preparation for the development application

• Feasibility analysis - an in-depth study of all financial aspects of the project, using industry standard software

• Pre - Lodgment Council Liaison - working closely with the Town Planning consultant and council officials to ensure best possible outcomes

• DA documentation and approvals - selection and management of consultants, preparation of Develpment Application plans and other required documentation, coordination with council officials, lodgment to council, monitoring progress and obtaining development approval

•  Construction cost estimates – obtain elemental cost summaries from a selection of preferred     builders

• Budget and cash flow analysis – preparation of detailed reports in conjunction with a quantity surveyor and/or accountant

• Project planning and programming – preparation of detailed project and building programs, including Gantt charts, critical paths, key phases and more

• Marketing Management - selection, briefing and management of preferred marketing agency and advising on the most appropriate marketing and exit strategies

• Project management - acting on behalf of the client/owner to ensure seamless integration of all key players, including authorities, consultants, private certifiers, building contractors, marketing agents and financiers