Granny flats, or secondary dwellings, can allow home owners to keep parents or adult children close by while giving them their own space. They can also be a great way to generate rental income.
But before you book in your builder, there are a few questions you’ll need to ask and some research to undertake to make your project a successful one. Can I build a granny flat in my backyard? Don’t assume that because your neighbour has one, you can have one too. Each state and territory has different laws governing secondary dwellings, with rules on block size and dwelling size and the distance you’ll need to leave between boundaries, trees and your existing house. Allan Stroud, owner of Lifestyle Granny Flats, says in Queensland the rules differ from shire to shire. “Each shire has its own particular requirements and limits as to how big you can build, and these can change,” he says. “For ex…What you need to know before building a granny flat
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