Solstice Quays - Hope island
Solstice Quays in Hope Island is a 35-unit townhouse development comprising two-storey residential dwellings. Developments of this type require inspection after initial occupancy to identify defects linked to construction, installation, and early building movement.
Total Inspections conducted a 12-month defects liability period (DLP) inspection to assess building condition across accessible areas and document defects within the builder’s liability period.
Project Details
- 35 townhouse units
- Two-storey construction
- Located in Hope Island
The development includes repeated building layouts, shared site conditions, and consistent construction methods across all dwellings.
Inspection Scope
The inspection focused on defects visible after the first year of 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 dwellings
- Drainage performance
- Moisture indicators affecting structures
Internal Areas
Accessible internal areas were assessed for:
- Wall and ceiling cracking
- Door and window operation
- Finishing defects linked to settlement
Repeated Construction Elements
Due to consistent design across the development, inspection considered:
- Recurring defects across multiple units
- Patterns in movement or cracking
- Installation consistency
Purpose of a 12-Month DLP Inspection
The 12-month inspection occurs within the builder’s defects liability period.
At this stage, defects linked to:
- Construction methods
- Material installation
- Early building movement
This allows issues to be raised for rectification before liability transfers.
Application to Townhouse Developments
Townhouse projects contain repeated structures across multiple dwellings.
Inspection supports:
- Identification of defects affecting multiple units
- Assessment of drainage performance across the site
- Documentation for owners and property managers
Inspection Method
Total Inspections conducts building inspections under QBCC licensing with a focus on visible building condition.
Moisture detection and thermal imaging may be used where required.
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 Inspection
Total Inspections provides 12-month DLP inspections across the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
Call 1800 868 251 or visit https://totalinspections.com.au/ to arrange an inspection.