Flora edition Richlands
Flora Edition Richlands is a 50-unit townhouse development comprising two-storey residential dwellings. Developments of this type require inspection toward the end of the statutory defect period to identify issues that develop over time across multiple dwellings and shared elements.
Total Inspections completed a 6.5-year defect inspection to assess building condition and document visible defects before the expiry of statutory protection.
Project Details
- 50 residential townhouse units
- Two-storey construction
- Located in Richlands, Brisbane
The development includes repeated construction across multiple dwellings, with consistent materials, layouts, and structural systems.
Inspection Scope
The inspection focused on defects visible after extended occupancy.
External Building Elements
Inspection included:
- External walls and finishes
- Visible cracking and movement
- Rooflines and drainage points where accessible
- Balconies and external connections
Site and Drainage Indicators
Inspection included visible signs of site-related issues:
- Surface water flow around buildings
- Drainage performance
- Moisture indicators affecting structures
Internal Areas
Accessible internal areas were assessed for:
- Wall and ceiling cracking
- Movement-related defects
- General condition of finishes
Repeated Construction Elements
Due to the uniform design, inspection considered:
- Consistency of defects across multiple units
- Patterns in cracking or movement
- Recurring issues linked to construction methods
Purpose of a 6.5-Year Defect Inspection
The 6.5-year inspection aligns with the final stage of the QBCC statutory warranty period.
At this stage, defects linked to:
- Structural movement
- Waterproofing failures
- Material degradation
Documenting these defects allows them to be raised before the expiry of liability.
Application to Townhouse Developments
Townhouse developments present repeated risk across multiple dwellings.
Inspection supports:
- Identification of recurring defects across units
- Assessment of site-wide issues such as drainage
- Documentation for owners and body corporate groups
Inspection Method
Total Inspections conducts defect inspections under QBCC licensing with a focus on visible building condition.
Moisture detection and thermal imaging may be used where required to support findings.
Inspection is limited to accessible areas at the time of assessment.
Reporting
The inspection report includes:
- Description and location of defects
- Photographic evidence
- Notes on building condition
The report is used by:
- Owners
- Property managers
- Body corporate representatives
Book a Building Defect Inspection
Total Inspections provides 6.5-year defect inspections across Brisbane.
Call 1800 868 251 or visit https://totalinspections.com.au/ to arrange an inspection.