How well have you planned your subdivision? You might think that planning a subdivision only involves dividing your property into equal squares and selling off the individual plots. However, it is more complicated than that. You must determine how you can fit the maximum number of properties on the plot. You must still allow each property to have access to the street, not just for the new homeowner but also for the utility companies supplying the property. Planning these access routes now will avoid costly mistakes and the need to make expensive alterations once building work has started.

Powering your subdivision

Every subdivision property will need power. Unless you can provide a connection to the electricity network, you aren't going to be able to sell the finished properties. You can choose any contractor you want to build the properties on your subdivision, but when it comes to an electrical installation, you must bring in an approved consultant to help with the work and an approved designer and contractor to complete the work.

The consultant - You must find a consultant with relevant experience in Energex subdivisions. The consultant will be able to guide your application for a connection to the network. They will start by examining the existing infrastructure to see whether what the energy company already has in place can support the additional demands your subdivision will make or whether it must be upgraded before your property can be connected.

The designer - You will need to call on the services of an accredited designer who has experience in preparing connection applications for Energex subdivisions. They will know how to complete the plans so that they meet the requirements of the energy company. After the designer has completed the plans, the consultant can submit them to Energex and progress your installation to the next stage.

The contractor - Assuming that there are no problems with your paperwork, you can expect an offer to connect Energex subdivisions fairly quickly. After an offer has been received, the consultant can appoint an approved contractor, and work can start. During the construction work, there will be constant monitoring to ensure that the work meets the standards required for Energex subdivisions. There will be a final audit completed when you apply to have your electricity supply energized, and then the connection can finally be signed off on, and the subdivision will have an electricity supply ready for use.