When does a self build become a live build?

For this review, a self build becomes live when a construction order or building deposit is accepted, or substantive enabling or building work begins. Land, design, planning, surveys and investigations alone do not cross the boundary, although their paid and owed costs still belong in the evidence. Accepted building, trade, package or material orders, kit or build deposits, own-labour work, paused projects and mixed projects need their commitments described. If evidence of a construction commitment is uncertain, clarify it before selecting the route. Finished work with only account or retention issues should use the relevant service rather than this boundary test.