Granny Flat Complying Development (CDC) – The Definitive Guide
When planning to build a granny flat, you have two options for gaining approval. The easiest of which is through a CDC. So, firstly, what is a granny flat Complying Development (CDC)? A...
Granny Flat SEPP Legislation – Everything You Need to Know
When planning to build a granny flat, there many regulations that you must adhere to. Some are set by your local Council, and some by the Government. So, what is NSW SEPP Legislation? ...
Section 10.7 Certificate – For Granny Flats. The Complete Guide.
When planning a granny flat, a concern may be if there are building restrictions on your property. This can easily be solved by acquiring a Section 10.7 Certificate. So, what exactly is a Section...
Granny Flat Setbacks to Boundaries
When designing your granny flat, a very important thing to consider are the regulations regarding setbacks – so, what are granny flat setbacks? If your property is 900sqm or less, the granny flat...
Granny Flat Under $10,000 – Can It Be Done?
With more people today trying to get into the housing market at a more affordable price, it has left many people wondering – Is it possible to build a granny flat for under $10,000?...
BASIX Energy Requirements for Granny Flats
What are the BASIX requirements for Granny Flats? They are to ensure you meet the Governments requirements for sustainability, regarding: 1. Water Commitments (to save water) 2. Thermal Comfort (Regarding insulation) 3. Energy Commitments...
Can You Build Your Own Granny Flat?
To save money I wanted to know about building as an “owner-builder”. So can you build your own granny flat? Yes, you can. As an “owner-builder” you can obtain the right permits. Then...
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!
