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For Investors, Homeowners & Developers If you’re wondering if you can build two houses on one lot, then you’re in the right place because dual occupancy developments (essentially building two dwellings on a single block, which some people refer to as duplexes) have surged in popularity across Australia and are becoming easier in some areas.…
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Do you have a small property that you would like to develop but are concerned that it is not big enough to make any changes, or if there is even the ability to make changes that would perhaps increase the value of your property? Perhaps you feel it may not be worth the effort to…
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State and Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP) Changes – TOD Explained The New South Wales (NSW) government, recognising the urgency of the housing supply issue, has recently released the TOD program. Watch the video below as Colin Fragar explains what Transport-Oriented Development is and what it means for NSW. This initiative focuses on increasing housing density around key…
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Owning property is a significant investment, but have you ever considered how your property could work harder for you? In Australia’s thriving real estate market, there are numerous opportunities to make your property work harder for you by unlocking its development potential. In this blog post, we’ll explore the various ways you can generate passive…
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Are you wondering what are the benefits of a secondary dwelling versus a dual occupancy? What is the difference between them? To learn more click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Okay, what are the benefits of a secondary…
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Are you looking for information on secondary dwelling size limits? What is the limit and is it the same for all properties? To learn more about secondary dwelling size limits, click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… So one…
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If you are hoping to get approval for a secondary dwelling, setbacks are an important consideration. Do you know what setbacks are required? To learn more about secondary dwelling setbacks click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Okay, here’s…
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Do you need to know the secondary dwelling requirements? If you are thinking about putting a second dwelling on your property there are some important considerations. To learn more about secondary dwelling requirements, click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the…
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Are you looking for secondary dwelling designs? Maybe you are just looking for ideas or maybe you are looking for the best and just haven’t found a design yet that suits your needs. To learn more about secondary dwelling designs click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to…
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Are you looking for some sort of a checklist to help you build a secondary dwelling on your property? You might be thinking doing it on your own will be more cost-effective. To learn more about secondary dwelling checklists click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read,…
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Are you wondering how to get approval for a secondary dwelling in the Blacktown Council Area? To learn more about secondary dwellings in Blacktown click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… So you’re looking to talk to somebody about…
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Are you wondering how to get approval for a secondary dwelling in the Northern Beaches Council area? To learn more about secondary dwellings in the Northern Beaches click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… What do I need to…
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Are you wondering how to get approval for a secondary dwelling in the Blue Mountains? To learn more about secondary dwellings in the Blue Mountains click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Okay, we’re talking about secondary dwellings in…
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Are you wondering how to get approval for a CDC secondary dwelling? Have you heard CDC or Complying Development Certificate approvals are easier? To learn more about secondary dwellings click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… So how do…
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Do you know the difference between secondary dwelling and dual occupancy? Is one option better than the other? Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Hi, I’m Colin Fragar from Council Approval Group. We’re here to answer your question:…
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Are you thinking about a detached secondary dwelling but you aren’t sure how to do it? Are you wondering if you have better options? Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Okay, Colin Fragar here from Council Approval Group…
Are you thinking about an attached secondary dwelling but wondering if it will be good investment? Learn tips and where to get more advice. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Hi, my name is Colin Fragar from Council…
Is BASIX required for a secondary dwelling? Get your question answered and more advice for your project in this video with Colin Fragar. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Okay, for a secondary dwelling, is a basic certificate…
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Do you want to know if you can build a second dwelling above a garage? This video answers this question and will give you advice on what to consider when planning a second dwelling on your property. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is…
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Do you want to know what is a secondary dwelling? This video will provide an overview of this development and valuable resources for you. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… So what is a secondary dwelling? And what…
Do you want to know about granny flat one bedroom designs? This video will provide resources to help you with your granny flat approval. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Do you have a plan to build a…
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Do you want to know about granny flat Northern Beaches approvals? This video will provide resources to help you with your granny flat approval. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… Okay, if you’re looking to put a granny…
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Do you want to know what granny flat size will get approval? This video will answer that question and provide resources to help you with your project. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… What granny flat size can…
Are you wondering what is permitted under the Granny Flat SEPP? You might even be asking what is a SEPP. A SEPP is a State Environmental Planning Policy. This video provides some advice for understanding the SEPP and other rules for granny flats. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those…
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Do you know the difference between a granny flat and a secondary dwelling? After this video you will know the difference and have some resources to help you with your project. Click on the “Play” button below to watch now: Or for those that prefer to read, here is a transcript of the video… I’m…
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