Developer expects Vector charges to increase, despite fair trading warning from Commerce Commission

Developer expects Vector charges to increase, despite fair trading warning from Commerce Commission
The developer of this 23-unit complex expects an extra $100,000 in charges after pushing back against Vector’s contract terms. (Image: Supplied)
Garth Bray
Winning feels a lot like losing to an Auckland developer who sparked a Fair Trading Act investigation that has resulted in a compliance advice letter to lines company Vector, and an expectation of an extra $100,000 in connection charges for his development.“Vector have had a contract that has unfair terms in it, and as a result of the complaints, they put the price up,” said developer Andrew Body.“I haven’t had any acknowledgement of the complaint from Vector, any apology for what they've done, or any offer to make a...

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