7 Decisions Before Starting a Major Home Renovation in Aurora
Before construction, define the decisions that affect scope, pricing, approvals, selections, site logistics, communication, and trade sequencing.
Decisions 1–6: define the project and its constraints
Document the current assumptions and confirm which professionals and trades must review them.
Scope of work
Separate must-haves from optional work and define what is included, excluded, and deferred.
Budget framework
Set a working budget range, allowances, and contingency appropriate to project uncertainty.
Design intent
Identify required drawings, permit needs, and licensed consultants before pricing or construction.
Material selections
Confirm major materials, fixtures, and long-lead items in the order required for coordination.
Permit strategy
Confirm permit and inspection responsibilities with the appropriate professionals and municipality.
Schedule logic
Map trade dependencies, decision dates, and milestone assumptions; update them as information changes.
Decision 7: define logistics, communication, and approvals
Decide who approves changes, how updates are issued, and how the home will handle access, dust, waste, deliveries, neighbours, pets, and temporary living needs. Pricing, approvals, and timing remain subject to scope, professional input, municipal review, and site conditions.
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