A property owner could tell things were about to go terribly wrong with their GJ Gardner Homes Hobart build in early 2023, but it seemed like no one was listening.
The agricultural drain — meant to move water away from the house – had not been installed at all, despite the slab already being poured.
The owner wrote to Tasmania’s building regulator, the Consumer Building and Occupational Services (CBOS).
Owner: “I think we need some serious help with the build.”
CBOS: “There is a limited amount I can do other than attempt to have GJ Gardner Hobart agree to take action voluntarily — which you should also be working on from your end.”
Then things got worse.
An incorrectly installed ag pipe at a GJ Gardner Hobart site. It failed within…