Commercial · 6 min read

Planning an office fit-out: budget, timeline and permits

A practical checklist for businesses planning their first commercial fit-out.

Commercial fit-outs run on tighter timelines than residential projects, usually anchored to a lease start date or opening deadline. Budget for MEP coordination early, since electrical and HVAC changes are the most common source of delay. Confirm fire and safety compliance requirements before finalising layouts, not after. And build in a 2-3 week buffer before your target opening date for snagging and furniture installation.

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