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HAVEN ADVOCATES...
Will manage on your behalf, the design, council approval, certification, estimation, qualifying and tendering process for your from concept through to completion.
Engage and work with all consultants and professional service providers required to obtain development and/or building approval. All will be billed directly to you at cost with no hidden builder’s margin applied. This alone will save you many thousands.
Complete a detailed specification for the project so you and you builder know exactly what is included - No guesswork and less arguments.
Utilise our strong buying power to attract and negotiate with a broad range of builders to ensure you are getting the best builders at their best prices.
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Stage 1 -
Explore Honest budget and design advice
Assistance in selecting a suitable architect or drafter depending on your budget and style Fixed price concept design agreements at volume prices.
This stage is critically important to minimising your risk and to the overall success of your project.
Stage 2 –
Development Application Works
We will guide you through the minefield that is council approval and certification. Whether it be a DA or a Complying Development, we are there to help to ensure this stage happens as quickly and as cost effectively as possible. We will work with your council and Building certifiers throughout to take the stress and headaches away. We ensure your voice is heard.
Stage 3 –
Detailed final costing, sourcing, interviewing and selecting builders, negotiating prices and contracts
This stage can have the greatest impact on the quality and cost of your project. We aim to improve the process for both builders and homeowners, resulting in huge time and cost savings as well as better outcomes.
Stage 4 –
Ongoing support through to Occupation Certificate
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Who do Haven Advocates work for?
We work exclusively for homeowners. Our role is to represent your interests throughout the building or renovation process and provide independent guidance from planning through to completion.
We work for you!
Will you work with my local council?
Yes. We have worked with almost all councils and will manage the approval process on your behalf from start to finish. We liaise directly with council officers, certifiers, and relevant consultants to help ensure your application progresses as smoothly and efficiently as possible, while making sure your voice is represented throughout the process.
Are you affiliated with any builders or architects?
No. We are not aligned with any builders, architects, designers, or suppliers and we do not accept commissions, referral fees, or incentives from any parties involved in your project. This ensures our advice remains completely independent and focused solely on achieving the best outcome for you.
Is Haven Advocates a building company?
No. We do not build or design homes. We act as an independent advocate and project guide, helping homeowners make informed decisions and manage the process more effectively.
How is Haven Advocates different from a project builder?
Project builders often require early commitment and may limit your choice of design or consultants.We help you explore options, understand realistic costs, and compare builders before you commit. This provides greater flexibility, stronger negotiation leverage, and more control over the final outcome.
Do you work with both renovations and new builds?
Yes. We provide support for both renovations and new builds, tailoring our involvement to suit the size, complexity, and stage of your project.
Who will I be dealing with throughout the process?
You will have a consistent, experienced point of contact who understands your project from start to finish. You will not be passed between departments or multiple sales representatives. Continuity is central to how we operate.
Why was Haven Advocates created?
Haven Advocates was established after seeing first-hand how often homeowners were exposed to unclear pricing, early commitments, limited choice, and misaligned incentives within the building industry. The goal was to create a fairer and more transparent process, where homeowners have independent representation and stronger protection at every stage of their project.
Is this service only for large or complex projects?
No. While we regularly assist with complex builds, our services are equally valuable for smaller renovations where budget clarity, cost control, and risk management are just as important.
