ODPM offers developers a full consultation service for multi-unit developments.
The service operates from the pre-planning stage right through to the completion of the development and successful handover of the development.
It means that no matter how large or small, mixed or otherwise the design of the scheme ODPM can tailor a package to suit the requirements and provide a level of strategic support to enable the developer achieve a quality management program which is efficient and effective.
ODPM's services are designed to add value at the point of sale. We can provide information necessary to ensure purchasers are fully aware of the arrangements and assured of a quality estate management program. This is why so many sales agents recommend us to their clients.
Our services include:
- Single point contact with ODPM Director
- Review of plans to ensure the scheme is manageable and cost effective
- Pre-planning advice in relation to Management Company Structure
- Advice on Management Company legal structure and apportionment methodology
- Attendance at pre-construction legal meetings
- Attendance at initial Design meetings to offer practical management advice
Our advice at the initial design stage can ensure a more efficient and effective management scheme as we:
- Provide practical advice on proposed common area finishes
- Provide practical advice on proposed Access Control and General Security measures
- Provide practical advice on proposed landscaping design
- Review methodology for Window Cleaning
- Provide methodology for Refuse storage and collection
- Advise on Parking allocation and controls
- Provide detailed year 1 Service Charge Budget
- Provide Building Investment Fund report
- Provide methodology for service charge apportionment for the development
- Attend meetings with Local Authority in relation to any social element of the development
- Formulation of Management Company Handbook
- Advise on hand over documentation requirements
- Advise on lease covenants and House rules
- Helpful information for the Sales Team on service charge details
- Review proposed insurance policy and limits of cover
- Consistently review the service charges during phased building period
- Advise on advanced planning for phased handovers to minimise void costs
- Arrange for a full independent snagging of the common areas
For further information please contact our Commercial Director, Patrick Hogan on 01 660 3822 or phogan@odpm.ie