A turnkey flat versus developer's standard

A turnkey flat and a flat finished to developer's standard are two different worlds. Which type of finish is cheaper? Which is worth choosing? We have concrete advice!

• Developer's standard does not always mean the same thing
• A turnkey flat
• A turnkey flat vs developer's standard

Developer's standard does not always mean the same thing

The basic problem in establishing what developer's standard (stan deweloperski) really means is the lack of a precise definition. There are several elements that must be present in a flat prepared in this way. They are:

• Complete electrical wiring
• A heating system with radiators and a boiler
• Plumbing (water supply and drainage)
• Screed on the floors
• Plaster on the walls and ceiling
• An entrance door
• Windows

The rest is left to the developer's discretion or to be agreed before the contract is signed. What else may (but need not) be included in a flat finished to developer's standard?

• An entrance door (burglar-proof)
• Interior doors
• Bathroom fittings
• Interior window sills
• Smooth plaster finish
• Initial painting
• An entry phone

It is extremely important to check the provisions of the contract carefully before deciding to buy a flat finished to developer's standard. This way we will avoid disappointment resulting from differing understandings of the term. Many contractors also offer the option of upgrading the developer's standard according to the guidelines of the investor or end client. It is worth checking whether such an option is also available in our case.

Developer's standard allows for more once the flat has been handed over. The buyer can freely make changes and furnish their new home according to their own tastes. With a turnkey flat we have this option too, but it involves significant alterations, and perhaps even destroying part of the contractor's work that we have paid for.

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A turnkey flat

The name lives up to its promise almost one hundred per cent. After receiving the key to a flat finished to the chosen standard, all you need to do is bring in your belongings and… you can move in. You will, however, still need furniture and a few of the most important appliances (although the bathroom and kitchen should be equipped).

What can we expect in a turnkey flat?

• Entrance and interior doors
• Finished floors and walls
• A painted ceiling
• An equipped bathroom (shower/bath, toilet, washbasin)
• An equipped kitchen

There are also listings that include full furnishing. Be aware, however, that the cost of such an investment will rise significantly – by as much as PLN 1000-1500/m²!

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Here, however, we do not have as much influence on the finish of the flat. As a rule the developer presents several proposals from which we can choose. Modifications are permitted and possible, but usually to a fairly limited extent. Every change also raises the price of the unit a little. Different finishing standards are also available – from cheap, basic ones to luxurious but also expensive ones.

A turnkey flat vs developer's standard

In Poland, just over 10% of flats are bought turnkey. This is linked primarily to the high costs, but also to the limited influence one can have on the interior design. The time saved should be appreciated, though – all the finishing work (not counting the need to choose and buy all the necessary materials) can take as long as two months! Even so, we more often choose developer's standard. It all depends on our expectations, the amount of money we plan to put towards the flat and… our tastes.

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