Transporting a Granny Flat – How it Works & How to Save Money
If you are starting to research granny flats, you are probably exploring every option. So, can you transport a granny flat? Yes – transportable granny flats are becoming more common. Some are even...
Private Certifier vs. Council Certifier. Which One Should You Choose?
When planning to build a granny flat, there are a lot of important decisions that you must make. One being – should you use a Council certifier or a private certifier? Both have...
Granny Flat Fire Rules – Understanding Fire Separation
When planning your secondary dwelling, you may be asking; Can you build a granny flat in a flame zone? Yes you can. However, there are strict guidelines about this regarding Bushfire Attack Levels...
Building a Granny Flat Under Your House – A Step by Step Guide
If planning to build a granny flat, you need to have some space. So, you may have wondered – Can you build a granny flat under your house? Yes, if you meet all...
Eco Granny Flats – An Insider’s Guide
When researching sustainable granny flats you might be asking: What is an Eco Granny Flat? An Eco-granny flat is made as environmentally friendly as possible. By designing a secondary dwelling in the most...
Granny Flat Owner Builder – Must-Do Steps Included
I have had the pleasure of getting to know Allan Staines, the “Father” of owner-building construction in Australia. His text books are compulsory reading for building schools, TAFE’s and Universities. Since the first...
Cost to Build a Granny Flat – The Ultimate Breakdown
After finishing my granny flat, I'm happy to document the costs when people ask: How much does it cost to build a Granny Flat? You can have a “kit granny flat” ordered, and...
Granny Flat Land Size Requirements – With Real Examples
To build a granny flat on your property, there are many rules. One of the most important is the minimum size that your land must be. So, what is the land size required for...
Council Approval for Granny Flats – All You Need to Know
When planning on building a granny flat, you need to ensure your development is approved. So, how do you get approval for a granny flat? Depending on your property and its’ location, you...
Granny Flat in a Flood Zone? Here is What To Do About It
Today I address a commonly asked question, that turns many people off building a granny flat: Can you build your granny flat in a flood zone? Yes you can. But there are various regulations...
About Me
I built my own Granny Flat from scratch. This blog was created to share everything I learned along the way and to answer common questions. I hope it helps you build your own granny flat as well!
