Builder forced to stop work on apartments after ‘significant harm’ to neighbours
One day before the building commission’s inspection, Jerry’s Pizza informed customers via a Facebook post that the restaurant would be closed until further notice.
A handwritten sign on the shop window cited “plumbing issues” that were beyond their control.
Jerry’s Pizza in Manly told customers on Facebook on October 23 that they would be closed until further notice. There is also a handwritten sign hung outside their shop.Credit: Sitthixay Ditthavong
The restaurant’s reopening date is unknown, and the owners declined to comment.
Building Commission NSW is assessing documents submitted by the developer that seek to address the issues raised in the order.
“Stop-work orders are an important part of lifting standards by halting construction if there is significant risk of harm or loss to the public, building occupiers or potential occupiers,” a spokesperson from the commission said.
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“The order will be lifted once Building Commission NSW is satisfied the conditions of the order have been addressed.”
Northern Beaches Council received complaints at the same time as the building commission and also issued a stop-work order for the site.
When the Herald visited the construction site, there was no equipment save for five loose tyres.
Medida Con did not respond to requests for comment.
Medida Con’s website says they “uphold the highest standards across every stage of delivery, integrating quality assurance, safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainability into everything we do”.
“Our rigorous systems ensure consistency, accountability and excellence – on every project, every time.”
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