To have a successful modernisation project, it is necessary to have an open process where abundant and good information is provided to all parties involved.
We recommend housing cooperatives to subdivide the project into several stages and that the board receives the authority to do this.
With a bathroom renovation in a housing co-operative, it is important to have an open process and that everyone involved receives detailed information, both during the planning as well as during the execution phase. Bathroom modernization construction projects require a construction manager who can assist the board with practical implementation. It is also important that all information and agreements are in writing and that there is traceability throughout the entire process.
Divide the project into several stages:
First step: survey report and pilot project
The first stage is to engage a construction manager who prepares a survey report. On the basis of this survey report, a pilot project is carried out that describes the scope of the work and how much the debt and rental incomes will increase by. Often, several alternatives are given.
Next step: information and resolutions
The next stage is to provide residents with detailed information on the project and work towards a resolution at the annual general meeting. We spend some time on this. It is important that the residents feel sure that the housing co-operative is choosing the right solution and that every individual will receive a bathroom that they will be happy with.
Competitive tendering and evaluation
After the resolution is adopted, a competitive tender process is begun.
The construction manager evaluates the offers and makes a recommendation that helps the board choose a contractor. Once the choice has been made, everything is ready for the bathrooms to be modernised.
Implementation
It takes four weeks from the team of workers in AF Byggfornyelse enter the apartments, until residents can turn on the shower and enjoy their newly refurbished bathrooms.
Each week, eight new bathrooms are begun.
