We successfully managed the rectification of non-compliant Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) on a high-end residential apartment building in South Yarra, achieving full fire safety compliance and regulatory sign-off.
The project required coordinated removal and replacement of combustible cladding materials under council and fire authority oversight, restoring compliance while minimising disruption to residents.
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.
Identified the source of water ingress and developed a targeted remediation plan.
Managed planning, remedial engineering design, scope of works, contractor tendering, and compliance from start to finish.
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.
Verified waterproofing effectiveness and completed defects checks.
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
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 presence of non-compliant ACP cladding posed significant fire safety risk and regulatory exposure for the Owners Corporation. Compliance requirements demanded careful coordination between engineers, accredited contractors, and local authorities.
The remediation needed to be executed safely, compliantly, and with minimal disruption to residents, while ensuring long-term fire performance and asset protection.
| Challenge | Challenge Description | Our Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Regulatory Compliance | Non-compliant ACP required removal under fire safety regulations and Building Notice requirements | Coordinated with council, fire engineers, and building surveyors to develop and implement a compliant remediation strategy. |
| Resident Impact | Works required façade access and safety controls within an occupied residential building. | Staged works carefully and coordinated contractors to maintain security and accessibility throughout the project. |
| Fire Risk & Liability | Need to eliminate combustible materials and restore full compliance. | Oversaw removal of ACP and installation of certified fire-rated cladding systems, achieving full regulatory sign-off. |
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