Home Building & Renovating Course
If you're planning a home renovation or new build, this practical one-day course will help you approach your project with clarity and confidence. With Sydney renovation costs often exceeding the average annual income, making informed decisions is essential to avoid costly mistakes.
Learn how to choose the right design solution, obtain specialist advice, navigate the local council planning approval process, select a reliable builder and secure competitive pricing. You'll also gain insights into ensuring construction work is completed to a high-quality standard—on time and on budget.
An architectural appraisal of your plans is provided if you have progressed to that stage, helping you refine your ideas and avoid common pitfalls.
What will be covered
- Clarifying your needs, intentions and project feasibility
- Establishing a realistic budget and project timeline
- Working with your site, managing approvals and selecting the right builder
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 9:30am–3:30pm
- Location: Rozelle Campus, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Course fee: $329
Details
You will learn
- Understand the home building and renovation process from concept to completion
- Develop realistic budgets and timelines for your project
- Navigate council approvals and select the right builder
You will get
- Architectural appraisal of your plans (if applicable)
- Expert guidance from an experienced presenter
- Statement of Completion
Appropriate for
Anyone preparing for a home building or renovation project, or seeking a comprehensive understanding of the home building process.
Preparation
What to bring
- Notepad and pen
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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