INITIAL CONSULTATION Jim will schedule a convenient time for you to visit him at his office to discuss the project. This 20 minute meeting will enable him to get an overview of the project. Jim will then discuss the process of design and provide an outline of fees. SITE VISIT If you are happy to proceed to the next step then Jim will arrange a site visit. He will gather information regarding your garden preferences such as taste, colour schemes, styles and lifestyle requirements to determine his design approach. Jim will make notes and rough sketches for his reference during the design stage. There are no deliverables at this stage. i. Cost of Site Visit: $250 + GST (Weekdays only) The initial consultation fee covers a half hour travel time to and from your property and an hour's consultation. This is adequate for a Melbourne inner city property. Areas of Melbourne that will exceed 30mins travel time will be charged at $330 including GST. ii. Additional Charges: $150 per hour plus GST (Weekdays only) Should any additional travel or site consultation time be required, additional charges will be incurred. iii. Weekend, Country or Interstate Consultations Should you require a consultation for a weekend or a country or interstate location, please contact our office and we would be happy to provide you with a fee and suitable time for the consultation. FEE PROPOSAL Once the site visit has taken place, a written fee proposal will be submitted. This outlines the stages of design work required and the fees for each stage. As a guide, the total landscape design fee will equate to roughly 10% of the total landscape construction cost of your garden. For example a garden costing $100,000 to construct, will have a design fee of approximately $10,000 + GST. If you are satisfied with the fee proposal, you simply sign the letter of engagement, return it to our office, and the design and drafting process is booked in for a start date. DESIGN STAGES i. Site Survey A Site Survey is carried out by a Surveyor and is not part of our fee proposal. We refer you to a good surveyor. ii. Concept Plan Jim will prepare a landscape concept plan to enable you to gain a clearer perspective of the proposed design before a master plan is completed. It is essential to allow for client input and feedback and to discuss budgets, ensuring that any amendments can be made prior to the development of the master plan. Jim uses 3D technology to create a 3 dimensional view of his design. This shows the basic layout of all areas of the proposed garden including location any relevant components, such as swimming pools and tennis courts. - This does not include detail drawings showing any planting or specific construction details - This does not include any materials lists or plant lists or specifications.		iii. Master Plan Once the concept is confirmed, Jim will complete the Master Plan, which shows the precise layout of all hard and soft areas of the proposed garden including location of relevant components such as swimming pools, paving and tennis courts. - Includes hardscape materials schedule such as paving and decking - Includes construction specifications iv. Planting Plan Jim will design a detailed Planting Plan showing all areas of the proposed garden - Includes detailed plant list with plant names, quantities and pot sizes. v. Construction Details, Sections & Elevation Drawings Any required detail drawings, sections, and elevation drawings for relevant components will be supplied as required. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION Once Jim has completed the design of your garden, Jim Fogarty Design can source quotes and administer the contractor who builds your garden. Jim will nominate a percentage fee of the contract price for this service. Once the contractor is notified, the construction of your new garden can commence. The client pays the landscape contractor directly. The client pays the contract administration fee directly to Jim Fogarty Design. The percentage fee is based on the size of the job. Please note that Project Management of the job is done by the appointed landscape contractor. PLANT SUPPLY All plants for projects are supplied and sourced by Jim Fogarty Design. A quote for the supply of plants is submitted at the completion of the design phase. COUNCIL PERMITS It is the responsibility of the client to obtain any necessary planning or building permits. The client should check with the appointed landscape contractor for any Building Permits that may be required for constructing the garden. The client should check with council for permit requirements for the project. Clients should check with council prior to starting the design process for any heritage overlays or easements, which may affect the design layout of your garden. Plans completed by Jim Fogarty Design can be used for permit applications. It is possible that council may require Engineering certification which is payable by the client. All fees relating to permit applications are payable by the client. MAINTENANCE To ensure your garden always looks its best and fulfils its design intent, Jim recommends having regular garden maintenance. Speak to Jim about finding a good gardener who can keep your new garden looking its best.