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Shopfitting: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a retail shop fit-out cost in Australia?
Budget retail fit-outs cost $400–$800/m². Mid-range retail fit-outs cost $800–$1,500/m². High-end flagship stores and restaurants cost $1,500–$4,000+/m². A 100m² café fit-out typically costs $120,000–$350,000 including commercial kitchen, seating, and fit-out. Costs vary greatly by brief, finishes, and landlord work required.
What does a shopfitter do?
Shopfitters design and construct the interior of retail, hospitality, medical, and commercial spaces. They manage joinery (counters, shelving, display units), flooring, lighting, ceilings, partitioning, signage installation, and coordination of all sub-trades. Major shopfitting companies project-manage the entire fit-out from design to handover.
Do I need council approval for a shop fit-out?
A change of use (e.g., converting an office to a café) requires a Development Application (DA) and potentially a Building Application (BA). Internal cosmetic fit-outs within an existing tenancy may not require DA, but often still need a Building Permit for fire safety compliance (sprinklers, exits, disabled access). Always check with your council and landlord before committing.
What is a make-good and who pays for it?
A make-good clause in a commercial lease requires the tenant to return the premises to its original condition at lease end. This can mean removing all fit-out and restoring surfaces. Negotiate make-good obligations before signing — some landlords accept a cash payment in lieu, particularly if the fit-out adds value. Seek legal advice before signing any commercial lease.
How long does a shop fit-out take?
A basic 50–100m² retail fit-out takes 3–6 weeks. A mid-size restaurant fit-out takes 6–12 weeks. Large or complex projects (flagship stores, medical centres) take 3–6 months. Add 4–12 weeks for council approvals before construction. Planning 6 months ahead of your planned opening is recommended for most hospitality fit-outs.
What are the most important considerations for a café fit-out?
Key considerations: Commercial kitchen design and workflow efficiency (the most critical factor for a café), ventilation and extraction (council compliance), power supply capacity (commercial coffee machines and equipment draw high amperage), storage, refrigeration, ease of cleaning (smooth, hard surfaces throughout the kitchen), and front-of-house flow for customer queuing and service.
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