Quality granny flats Maitland
Make the most of your backyard space with a smart investment like a granny flat! Whether you’re looking for a retreat for elderly family members or teenagers, a potential rental option, or a home office, Backyard Grannys has a contemporary solution to suit your needs.As a long-standing and well-established company specialising in granny flats for over 15 years, we are proud to provide exceptional service and workmanship. Our goal for every project is to create a great customer experience and an even greater return on investment. You will have complete peace of mind knowing your granny flat will be built on time, to the highest standard, and within your budget.
We’ve built a number of granny flats in the Maitland area, including East Maitland, Louth Park, Bolwarra, Rutherford, and Lochinvar. The range of projects we’ve completed for our Maitland clients ranges from custom rentals and Airbnbs to 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom family granny flats.
Building a granny flat in Maitland
There are some unique challenges and opportunities when building a Maitland granny flat. We often encounter unique property shapes, or a combination of existing buildings and odd property shapes that require significant site or design modifications – in these circumstances, it is best to consult with a specialist builder experienced in designing granny flats. Our in-house design team takes care of the entire approvals process, from initial concept and design to engineering and local council approval. We can modify any of our designs to fit your particular site requirements or needs.
We're an award-winning Maitland granny flat builder.
Popular Maitland granny flat designs
After years of building granny flats, we have come to understand what our clients looks for the most in designs. One of the popular trends is custom-designed granny flats, which can be built to fit an odd-shaped property or fit in with the heritage context of the area. Another popular choice is 2-bedroom granny flats, as Maitland investors can maximise their rental yield on a property or families can house elderly relatives.
Given the unique challenges of the properties in Maitland we often build custom-designed granny flats for our clients. Check out the gallery of completed Maitland granny flats below and be sure to ask us about our custom design process.
We build affordable granny flats across Maitland
- Aberglasslyn
- Allandale
- Anambah
- Ashtonfield
- Berry Park
- Bishops Bridge
- Bolwarra
- Bolwarra Heights
- Buchanan
- Chisholm
- Dalwood
- Duckenfield
- East Maitland
- Farley
- Gillieston Heights
- Gosforth
- Greenhills
- Greta
- Harpers Hill
- Hillsborough
- Horseshoe Bend
- Lambs Valley
- Largs
- Lochinvar
- Lorn
- Louth Park
- Luskintyre
- Maitland
- Maitland North
- Maitland Vale
- Melville
- Metford
- Millers Forest
- Mindaribba
- Morpeth
- Mount Dee
- Oakhampton
- Oakhampton Heights
- Oswald
- Phoenix Park
- Pitnacree
- Raworth
- Rosebrook
- Rutherford
- South Maitland
- Telarah
- Tenambit
- Thornton
- Tocal
- Windella
- Windermere
- Woodberry
- Woodville
Maitland granny flats frequently asked questions
We’ve built over 1,000 granny flats for our friends and neighbours in the Maitland area. Through our years of experience, we’ve learned the most common concerns and questions clients tend to have and have provided this quick FAQ guide to help. If there’s anything not answered here, please contact us and we will happily answer any other questions or concerns.
How much does a granny flat cost in Maitland?
Granny flats in Maitland usually cost between $120,000 to $160,000 to build. However, there are some factors that can change the overall budget, including the size, location, and condition of the block of land, as well as the specific requirements of local councils. The design and material selection choices can vary greatly between granny flats and can significantly impact the products, finishes, the engineering and compliance of the design, and ultimately the budget.
Backyard Grannys is one of Maitland’s leading granny flat builders and offers transparent advice on costs and prices. No matter your needs or considerations, Backyard Grannys will work with you to create the ideal granny flat for your budget. For a complete and detailed breakdown check out our ultimate guide to granny flat costs.
Can I build a granny flat without council approval?
Updates to the NSW Affordable Housing State Environment Planning Policy, all complying residential homeowners can build a granny flat on their property without the traditional council approval process – no council approval needed – given they meet certain site and design requirements. This includes granny flats in the Maitland City Council.
Check out how to build a granny flat with no council approval.
How long does it take to build a granny flat in Maitland?
Between 12 to 15 weeks is the time it usually takes to build a granny flat once design and approvals are completed. Depending on the level of customization, the design and selection process can often take anywhere up to a few months, plus council approvals can add on a number of weeks to that timeline. In saying that, Backyard Grannys range of designs are fully compliant, meaning we can often skip the long council approvals process.
Backyard Grannys are Maitland’s leading granny flat builders. As a local company, we supporet other local businesses too, using local trades and suppliers which allow us to avoid a number of delays being felt across the construction industry currently. We offer transparent advice on timeframes and we work hard to meet our clients’ expectations.
To find out more about building a granny flat in Maitland, check out our complete guide to building a granny flat in New South Wales (NSW).
How big can I build a granny flat in Maitland?
In NSW, a granny flat must have a maximum internal area of 60m² not including any verandahs, decks, patios, porches, or garages. The maximum size you can build a granny flat will be determined by your local council restrictions. In Maitland, we have been able to build 3 bedroom and even two-storey granny flats that fit within specific Maitland City Council guidelines.
Where can I view a granny flat display home in Maitland?
Our nearest Maitland display home is located in the nearby Newcastle area. The Backyard Grannys Silverdale display home is conveniently located off the Pacific Highway at 1a Silverdale Pde, Jewells, NSW, 2280. For open times and inspection bookings, visit our display home page or contact us to book an inspection.
Why build my Maitland granny flat with Backyard Grannys?
Backyard Grannys was established in 2011 and has since developed a solid reputation for being Port Macquarie and the Hunter Region’s most experienced and trusted granny flat specialists. In that time, we’ve built over 1,000 granny flats for our clients, who have benefited from our experience as one of the longest-lasting granny flat specialist builders in the Hunter Region.
Still not convinced? Check out 10 Reasons to make Backyard Grannys your granny flat builder.
What is the difference between a regular builder and a granny flat builder?
Backyard Grannys are Maitland’s first granny flat specialist builders. Unlike other building companies offering granny flats as an option amongst more traditional buildings, Backyard Grannys has always and will remain solely dedicated to building exceptional quality granny flats. Every project we have built, whether it has been a customised granny flat or standard design, has been built on-site here in Maitland. Our clients benefit from the wealth of knowledge our extensive experience with this niche product brings to their projects.
What is included in a Backyard Granny flat?
Backyard Grannys offer the most complete range of features and inclusions for a granny flat build. All of our granny flats are built to full turn-key completion and are move-in ready, which makes it easier for someone to home their loved ones or get their rental to market quicker to start making a return.
This is why we have a huge range of included features and services that are offered as standard – that’s right, no extra cost. We have separated them into the pre-construction stage (Design & Complying Development Certificate) and the construction stage. To learn more read our complete list of general inclusions.
Can I build a custom granny flat?
As a team of experienced professionals with over a decade of experience, we offer a fully customisable design service. While we do have a fantastic range of designs that work great for a variety of sites, we also offer this custom service that allows our clients to design their granny flats to perfectly fit their personal style or site requirements. We do many projects that our competitors won’t and we pride ourselves on being different from other companies by taking a personalized approach.
Should I buy a granny flat kit or prefab granny flat?
While there are kit-style granny flats (also known as prefabricated granny flats) available online, the installation of these will often be very difficult and expensive. Often requiring heavy site modification and never including the supply and connection of required services. To ensure the quality of construction and the longevity of the building, all our granny flats are built entirely on-site in the traditional construction method – with site works and service connections included.
Can I build dual occupancy in Maitland?
Backyard Grannys are experts in building granny flats for dual occupancy purposes in Maitland. We offer a range of designs and plans suitable for dual occupancy and secondary dwellings. Our design and approvals team can offer the best advice around designing your block for the best outcome to suit your needs, including income, resale value, or title flexibility. Ask us about dual occupancy, subdivision, duplex, granny flats, backyard studios, or other secondary dwellings for your property.
For more info check out our granny flat, dual occupancy, and duplex comparison guide.
