Council Emergency Order – Fitzroy

We successfully managed the remediation of an unstable four-level brick wall at a Fitzroy medical clinic that was at risk of collapse under a Council Emergency Order. Our structured approach ensured structural stability, full regulatory compliance, and minimal disruption to clinic operations.

This structural remediation project in Fitzroy, VIC addressed a Council Emergency Order related to wall instability and public safety risk.

The project required rapid investigation, detailed structural engineering coordination, and staged works to protect public safety while allowing occupants to remain operational throughout the remediation process.

Structural Remediation & Emergency Compliance

Fitzroy VIC

What We Managed

We successfully managed the remediation of a common podium courtyard as well as the nearby planter boxes causing water ingress into the below carpark basement. Our structured approach ensured proper diagnosis and long-term waterproofing solutions.

The project involved coordinating multiple stakeholders while keeping the common gym operational during works, requiring careful staging and access management.

Leak Investigation

Identified the source of water ingress and developed a targeted remediation plan.

Project Coordination

Managed planning, remedial engineering design, scope of works, contractor tendering, and compliance from start to finish.

Waterproofing & Repairs

Removed large trees from planter boxes, removed old bitumen waterproofing, created proper falls, installed high-quality waterproofing to podium and planter boxes, and reinstated planter boxes with soil for landscaping.

Final Inspection

Verified waterproofing effectiveness and completed defects checks.

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Leak Investigation

Identified the source of water ingress and developed a targeted remediation plan.

Project Coordination

Managed planning, remedial engineering design, scope of works, contractor tendering, and compliance from start to finish.

Waterproofing & Repairs

Removed large trees from planter boxes, removed old bitumen waterproofing, created proper falls, installed high-quality waterproofing to podium and planter boxes, and reinstated planter boxes with soil for landscaping.

Final Inspection

Verified waterproofing effectiveness and completed defects checks.

The Challenge

The building was subject to a Council Emergency Order due to structural instability in a four-level brick wall, creating significant safety and compliance risk.

The remediation needed to be delivered urgently while ensuring the medical clinic could continue operating. This required careful staging, coordination with regulatory authorities, and precise structural rectification planning to eliminate risk without unnecessary disruption.

Challenges & Solutions

Every project presents unique obstacles. Here’s how we tackled the key challenges on this remediation project.
ChallengeChallenge DescriptionOur Solution
Emergency Compliance

Council Emergency Order required urgent action to eliminate risk of collapse and meet safety obligations.

Coordinated immediately with structural engineers and building surveyor to implement a compliant rectification plan and satisfy council requirements.

Structural Instability

Four-level brick wall at risk of collapse posed serious public safety risk.

Used LiDAR and drone scanning to accurately assess instability and design a targeted structural reinforcement strategy.

Operational Continuity

Works needed to be staged to minimise disruption to an operating medical clinic.

Planned and sequenced remediation carefully to maintain safe building occupancy throughout the project.

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