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+ Why choose Lawson Homes?

  • Lawson Homes has been buildng homes in Tasmania for over 30 years.
  • We are long term members of the Masters Builders Association and the Housing Industry Association.
  • You may choose from our range of designs which can be modified to suit your particular needs.
  • We provide a design service and can prepare your custom designed architectural drawings all the while keeping you informed of the cost of your new home project.
  • You choose the home's external appearance and colour scheme and you have your choice of internal fittings.
  • We provide you with a fully documented fixed price contract.
  • Your project is managed every step of the way from design through to completion.
  • We know that the small things can make a big difference and pay close attention to every detail to ensure a quality finish.

+ Preparing your budget

  • How much can you afford? (Home and Land)
  • Allow for items such as heating, your choice of floor coverings window furnishnigs, fencing, driveways, sheds, landscaping and so on.
  • Consider your other expenses and commitments.

+ Government Grants and Assistance

  • Lawson Homes is delighted to advise all first home owners that Tasmania offers a $20,000 grant to purchase a new home either from the spec market or homes built off the plan.
  • For more information about the First Home Owners Grant and to confirm your eligibility, please visit www.sro.tas.gov.au/fhog
  • If you are looking to buy or build your first home and finding it hard to afford, consider Home Share to help get your home ownership over the line. To find out more, visit www.homesharetas.com.au.
  • The federal government have announced a new HomeBuilder grant providing eligible owner-occupiers (including first home buyers) with a grant of $25,000 to build a new home or substantially renovate an existing home. For more information about the grant and the eligibility criteria, click here.

+ Things to consider when buying land

  • Check whether service connection points are available (water, power, sewer etc).
  • Contact the local Council regarding planning requirements or possinle building restrictions.
  • Obtain a copy of any Covenants and easements.
  • Has there been a soil test done on the site? If so, obtain a copy and discuss with your builder.
  • Be mindful of any bushfire risks as this can add to building costs.
  • Consider the topography of the land (sloping site, exposed rock, Aurora Power lines etc).
  • If unsure, seek professional advice.

+ Contracts and other paperwork

  • Lawson Homes takes care of all the paperwork for you.
  • Our contracts are a legal and binding industry standard.
  • The contract provides a clear explanation of the progress payment schedule.
  • We have felxibility to provide variations should the need arise.
  • We work with your local council and other permit authorities to obtain planning and building approvals and any other permits that may be require.

+ During Construction

  • Construction by fully accredited and skilled local tradespeople
  • Secure site to protect your investment
  • Our friendly and helpful team are there to assist you with any questions you may have.
  • We know that you will want to visit your home during construction and will be pleased to arrange for a fully escorted on site inspection at each stage.

+ Handover

  • After construction is completed, we invite you to thoroughly inspect our work to ensure you are completely happy with your new home.
  • We give you a handover kit with copies of manuals, permits and helpful advice.
  • We hand you the keys and you move in!

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