Is There a Zoning I Cannot Build a Granny Flat or Secondary Dwelling In?

If you are wondering if there is a zoning where you cannot build a granny flat or secondary dwelling, this video will help you understand how to determine if you can build a granny flat.

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So is there a zoning that I cannot build a granny flat or a secondary dwelling in? Yes, there is. I want to unpack some of that for you today. My name is Colin Fragar from Council Approval Group.

Where Can I Build a Granny Flat?

So if you’re looking at building a granny flat, it’s really important that you look in detail at the planning laws that relate to your site. And there are multiple layers to look at, including zoning. There’s not just state based legislation, there’s also local provisions, development control plans, Building Code of Australia things to consider, and they all kind of interrelate. So, in order to work out if can you build a granny flat all of these must be considered.

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If you’re searching for answers and maybe my site’s bushfire or maybe you’ve got some flooding issues, whatever the challenges are that you’re facing, we would love to be able to work with you to establish whether you can get a granny flat on the property that you own or are about to purchase.
There two things I would like to offer you if you are in the research phase. First, I’d love you to grab a copy of Your Ultimate Guide to Council Approval. In here are a bunch of tips and tricks on this granny flat process to help you really formulate the project that you want in your mind.

Next, if you already have a project and you want to talk to somebody one-on-one and get the most value out of engaging with us, please book in for your 30 minute consultation. We’ll be able to recommend a clear roadmap for you going forward. We’ll help you get the answers that you need.

My name is Colin Fragar from Council Approval Group and I wish you all the best with your granny flat.