Can engineering fees be included in a construction loan drawdown?

Often, yes — many lenders genuinely allow professional fees like engineering and design costs to be included within an approved construction loan, though this depends on your specific lender’s policy.

Worth confirming directly with your lender or broker early, since some engineering work (particularly early design-stage work) may need to be paid upfront before a construction loan formally begins drawing down.

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