5 common myths about granny flats
In recent years the popularity of granny flats has increased in Newcastle and the Central Coast, stemming from strong housing price growth and the need for affordable housing. Whether you are [...]
Slab vs Bearers and Joists – which is better for a granny flat?
When it comes to building your Newcastle granny flat one of the earliest decisions you will make is will the foundation be a concrete slab or bearers and joists? We have written this blog to [...]
Backyard Grannys Granny Flat Design & Approval Guide
Planning to build a granny flat? Here’s what you need to know You’ve taken the first step and decided to build a granny flat, but is your property actually suitable for the construction? There is [...]
7 things to know when building a granny flat
The addition of a granny flat is a smart way to increase the value of your property – by boosting the amount of liveable space. Whether it is to be a granny flat to accommodate downsizing [...]
Is my backyard suitable for a granny flat?
This is one of the first questions Backyard Grannys is asked when fielding new enquiries from potential builders: will a designer granny flat fit in my yard? The second question is usually about [...]
Interesting Info 3 – Zero rear boundary setbacks to laneways now allowed for granny flats in Newcastle and the Central Coast
If you have a property that abuts a rear lane then we have great news for you. You are now allowed to build a granny flat on your property with a zero setback to the lane (boundary). What is even [...]
Interesting Info 2 – Secondary dwellings (granny flats) can be built at the same time as a new principal dwelling
Did you realise that granny flats and new houses can be built simultaneously and with a single complying development certificate. The latest State Environment Planning Policies (SEPP) rules [...]
Interesting Info 1 – In NSW, granny flats can be approved in as little as 10 days, without council approval
Building a granny flat in NSW has become a much simpler and quicker process thanks to Government legislation changes in 2009, when the Affordable Rental Housing SEPP was introduced. The unique [...]
New laws make clearing trees around your granny flat much easier
In light of the destructive bushfires that swept NSW last summer, the State Government have cut the red tape that existed regarding the removal of trees on properties. The new laws enable [...]
Newcastle & Central Coast Granny Flats – 5 interesting things you may not know
So much has changed regarding granny flats in recent years, so we thought it might be wise to let you know about a few interesting bits of information you may not be aware of. Below is a quick [...]
10 reasons to choose a custom granny flat over a kit home
If budget is a major factor, many people consider that granny flat kit homes are a great solution and more economical than a custom built granny flat. On face value this may seem correct, however [...]
5 Tips for Selecting a Granny Flat Builder
Once you have made the decision to invest in building a granny flat, the next step is to decide on who will be your builder. It’s important to also ensure you select a reputable granny flat [...]
