All you need to know about building a Granny Flat

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

Building a
Granny Flat



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Contents

So, You Want to Who We Are: All About Is Your Site
Build a Granny About DB Granny Flats Suitable?
Flat? Granny Flats

2 5 68

Work the Design Your The Nitty-Gritty: Selecting Your
Numbers: Granny Flat Regulations Finishes
Your Budget & Getting
Investment 19 Approvals 27

12 22

Appointing Your You’re Done! Frequently
Builder What to Expect Asked
Questions

28 30 32

INTRODUCTION 2

So, You Want
to Build a
Granny Flat?

You’ve come to the right place! Take all the guesswork out
of building a Granny Flat and save yourself hours of online
research with this helpful guide.

Families across Australia are increasingly looking at a Rising property prices,
supplementary dwelling, or Granny Flat, to create the additional rental increases, an aging
housing space they need. community and attempts
to limit urban sprawl are
The Problems contributing to the rise in
the popularity of Granny
Escalation of housing costs makes it difficult for families to have the space Flats, particularly in
they need. Melbourne and Sydney.

With rent and home prices on the rise, it’s difficult for young adults to
get a foothold in the housing market and for older adults to realise their
retirement dreams.

A growing trend for both parents to work increases the financial and social
value of having grandparents nearby to look after children, particularly
after school before parents get back from work.

For many families, it’s important for Grandparents to live close by without
being in the same home.

SO, YOU WANT TO BUILD A GRANNY FLAT? 3

The Solutions This guide is intended to
help get you started and is
Granny Flats are great for families a great reference to help
They provide a close yet independent living arrangement for a loved one, or you through all your steps
a great investment to generate income from the existing family property. and decisions.

The system is in your favour LET’S DIG IN,
Building a Granny Flat is made easy with State Government regulations that SHALL WE?
avoid the red tape associated with traditional building consent.

And they’re not just for Grannies!
Granny Flats are affordable small-scale, self-contained houses built to the
same high standard and superior quality as our homes.



PART 2 5

Who We Are:
About DB
Granny Flats

DB Homes Granny Flats is a specialist Granny Flat business
which comprises a team of experienced designers and
traditional master builders with over 35 years of experience in
building superior family homes and Granny Flats.

Our high level of service and workmanship has earned us a reputation throughout Sydney.
Our footprint has now grown to include Wollongong and the Central Coast as being one of the
foremost trusted granny flat building companies.

We understand people and families, and their underlying motivators for building a Granny Flat.
Whether you’re looking to build the family home of your dreams, or simply want to add value to your
existing property by building a granny flat addition, we want to inspire you with timeless, iconic and
affordable designs.

DB Granny Flats provide a carefully considered, custom designed, and well-crafted Granny Flat
to suit each situation and works in harmony with the main dwelling.
It’s an alternative to the many Granny Flat kits on the market which are often forced to fit an inappropriate site –
that end up feeling cheap, being hard to maintain, and becoming a blight on the property site.

We’re trusted builders, building beautiful homes
for families to live in and love forever

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All About
Granny Flats

What is a Granny Flat? Granny Flats are flexible
with many design options
A Granny Flat is a fully self-contained Secondary Dwelling built on to suit each use case, but
the same plot of land that the main dwelling is built on. will typically include 1 or
2 bedrooms, 1 kitchen or
They are usually located to the rear of the main home and may have its own kitchenette, 1 living area,
fenced off section. and 1 bathroom.

Local councils dictate what the maximum size of a granny flat can be, but The information contained here is
they are usually no more than 60m2. general in nature and does not take
into account your personal situation.
In temperate Australia, the size can easily be extended or accentuated You should consider whether the
with vast alfresco outdoor areas. information is appropriate to your
needs, and where appropriate, seek
The Granny Flat Arrangement professional advice from a financial
adviser or tax accountant.
A Granny Flat Arrangement is where a child family member agrees
to look after a parent (or parents) into their old age in return for that
parent transferring the family home into the said child’s name.

Transferring the family home and building a Granny Flat to accommodate the
parents is often a great solution. It allows the older parents to downsize while
staying in the neighbourhood they are accustomed to.

The key wording here is transfer, rather than gift so to minimise tax and
maintain Centrelink eligibility for a pension.

The arrangement allows Grandparents to stay close to children and
grandchildren who can live in the main residence without the typical financial
pressures associated with home ownership.

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If You Want to Build a Granny Flat...

Here are the Steps You’ll Need to Take:

1 2

Establish if your site Work the numbers -
is suitable get your quotes including variable site costs

3 4

Design your Granny Flat Get approvals

5 6 7

Select finishes Build You’re done!

PART 4 8

Is Your Site
Suitable?

To build a Granny Flat, you need to build a dwelling that’s no
more than 60m2 measured from external walls.

You will need to have a block of land that’s at least 450m2, but sometimes compact Granny Flats can be
built on smaller sites – especially where there’s an option of building two levels.

Guidlines for CDC are as follows:

Block Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Ground
Size Frontage Setback Setback Setback Site
m2 Required from Rear from Side from Front Coverage

450m2+ 12m 3m 0.9m 4.5m 50%

CDC regulations limit the building of only one secondary dwelling on each lot.
Council zoning certificates (known as a Section 10.7 (2) or 149 in NSW), will show any special conditions for the
proposed site, notably any considerations for Bushfire or Flood zone.

Easements for sewers or access may burden your site and reduce your ability to build in your planned space.

The maximum dwelling height is 8.5m but the height should not exceed 3.8m at all setback points.

IS YOUR SITE SUITABLE? 9

Homeowners looking to maximise their existing site footprint
should consider applying for a DA.

Pros and Cons of applying for a DA Cons
Pros
Takes as long as the application takes to
Can build to more than 60m2 be decided
Can accommodate less restrictive setbacks DB Homes doesn’t have full control over
the process

Converting a Garage?

While it is technically possible to convert a garage or gardeners shed into a Granny Flat, this is mostly
riddled with difficulty

For this reason, conversions will only occur where the heritage or sentimental value of an existing dwelling is important
or if the existing building is of an exceptional quality.

For the vast majority, converting will usually involve strengthening existing slabs and walls, not engineered for a class
one habitable dwelling. Approvals to fulfil such a project are also very difficult.

The practicality of converting an existing dwelling becomes questionable when the costs of a conversion exceed the
comparative cost of demolishing and building a new, purpose-built Granny Flat.

IS YOUR SITE SUITABLE? 10

Granny Flat on Top?

Studios can be built on top of an existing dwelling subject to appropriate approvals and in particular
fire protection.
Building a Studio on top of a dwelling has potential to provide all the advantages of a Granny Flat without impacting
the footprint of the residence within the existing site.

Other Site Considerations

Site drainage must comply with your council storm-water policies.

If trees are on the proposed site, they may require permits to be removed. Dwellings will generally be set back by
3m from protected trees.
If a Granny Flat wall is within 1.8m of an existing dwelling, the wall must be fire rated.

Heritage, Fire and Flood considerations.

Your council may allow you to separate the mailing address and arrange for individual utility bills.

A Granny Flat does not permit the actual subdivision of your property – unless it’s already allowed under a local
planning scheme.

DB Granny Flats are experts in finding a solution that works
with your site requirements and local authorities. We’re
confident we can design and build your ideal Granny Flat!

IS YOUR SITE SUITABLE? 11

To meet State Government requirements for a Granny Flat,
here is a snapshot of minimum requirements:

PART 5 12

Work the
Numbers:
Your Budget
Investment

How much does a
Granny Flat cost?

The cost of building a Granny Flat is varied in the same way that the
cost of a new build home can be wide-ranging. Your specific site
needs, building access, design and finishes all impact the budget
for your Granny Flat build.

Pre-built Granny Flats from kit home builders usually start at about
$80,000 for 60 square metres.

At the higher end, a built to order Granny Flat can cost about $170,000
and take between three and four months to complete.

A typical 60m2 Granny Flat is somewhere in-between, costing
about $130,000.

The information contained here is
general in nature and does not take
into account your personal situation.
You should consider whether the
information is appropriate to your
needs, and where appropriate, seek
professional advice from a financial
adviser or tax accountant.

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Is a Granny Flat a Good Investment?

Not all Granny Flats are built to last – property commentators warn that a poorly considered and
poor-quality Granny Flat may, in time, detract from the value of a family home. By contrast, a well-built
Granny Flat has potential to increase the value of the site while providing a good rental investment.

For many, a rental income of more than $25,000p.a. is achievable.

As an example, a Granny Flat costing around $130,000 to build typically generates an annual rental yield of more
than 15% in Sydney or Melbourne, assuming a tenant pays the going market rate.

That’s extremely favourable when compared to typical rental yields of less than 4% in both Sydney and Melbourne.

Average depreciation deductions for a Granny Flat – which includes proportions of utility bills, land rates and
borrowing costs – can be claimed against income to reduce tax.

Shared areas between the granny flat and owner-occupied property, such as patios, pools and barbecues, can also
be deducted depending upon usage.

Typical deductions are about $6,000 in the first year, rising to a total of more than $25,000 over five years.

Investors considering ways to shore up cash flow and profit from the current market conditions, without
breaking the bank, will find it hard to ignore a Granny Flat as a cost-effective rental cash cow.

Most states, including NSW, allow Granny flats to be rented.

Having a rented Granny Flat alongside the principal residence allows you to keep an eye on tenants and often allows
owners to self-manage the tenancy to further boost profitability.

Information about eligibility and restrictions is available online from State planning and environment departments.

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Example Investment Equations

Homeowner Building Investment Granny Flat

Cost to Build $130,000
Mortgage Interest Rate 5%

Weekly Rental $300 $450 $600
Actual Annual Income $15,600 $23,400 $31,200
Actual Rental Yield 12% 18% 24%

Annual Finance Cost $6,500 $6,500 $6,500

Other Taxable Deductions $5,000 $5,000 $5,000

Taxable Income $4,100 $11,900 $19,700

Tax Free Income $11,500 $11,500 $11,500

The information contained here is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. You should consider
whether the information is appropriate to your needs, and where appropriate, seek professional advice from a financial adviser
or tax accountant.

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Investor Extending Existing Property

Cost of Investment Property $800,000
Mortgage Interest Rate 5%

Weekly Rental $450 $550 $650
Actual Annual Income $23,400 $28,600 $33,800
Actual Rental Yield 2.9% 3.6% 4.2%

Add a Granny Flat $130,000
Total Cost $930,000

Additional Weekly Rental $300 $450 $600
New Weekly Income $750 $1,000 $1,250
Actual Annual Income $39,000 $52,000 $65,000
Actual Rental Yield 4.9% 6.5% 8.1%

Annual Financial Costs $40,000 $40,000 $40,000
Other Tax Deductions $8,000 $8,000 $8,000
Taxable Income (Loss) - $9,000 $4,000 $17,000

For investors, the Granny Flat option may continue to provide tax relief on other income through negative gearing.

The ROI for an investor significantly improves when the Granny Flat income is added to an existing investment property.

The information contained here is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. You should consider
whether the information is appropriate to your needs, and where appropriate, seek professional advice from a financial adviser
or tax accountant.

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Getting Finance

The good news is that banks generally view Granny Flats as a sound investment and most
homeowners have, over time, realised significant equity in their property which can be accessed
to build a Granny Flat.

The lender may be able to offer a mortgage drawdown or the option of a construction loan.

Granny Flats which are craned onto site as completed units aren’t considered a fixed asset and lenders will not
finance for this type of construction.

Parents helping children can often access local state First Home Buyers incentives – which are $10,000 in NSW.

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Watch for Hidden Costs!

Builders in the industry are unfortunately known to take shortcuts to seduce patrons with an unrealistic
build price.

Make sure you consider the full cost of your project – it’s better to have all inclusions in your estimate so that they can all
be financed within your project budget.

When you are comparing costs, make sure you compare like-for-like. You should be seeking the bet value solution,
which most often is not the cheapest proposal.

Common omissions can amount to more than $25,000 in value. To ensure a quality product that adds value to your
site, make sure your quotes include:

Stormwater and sewer connection, including rerouting sewer line of existing home

Flood or bushfire protection

Considerations for high acid sulphate soil levels

Possible encasement or deep piering to protect main sewer line

Site preparation and soil / spoil removal

Restricted access considerations

Fire protected walls, where building in close proximity to existing dwelling

Options to customise plans

Brick cladding and tile roof

Slab to contour of your site (drop edge beam), inclusive of full brick facade

Architraves, skirting, door jambs and moulded doors

Stone bench tops

Kitchen appliances

Fly screens and keyed lock on all windows and doors

Rainwater tank

External taps

Clothes line

DB Granny Flats Quotes Include:

A modern kitchen, bathroom and laundry
Custom-designed interiors
Timeless exterior features
Complete painting
Complete electrical work



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Design Your
Granny Flat

Complete the Checklist

You’ll need to consider your needs, existing site and council regulations – it’s often best not to
force fit a template designed property onto your site.
What size and shape do you think is required?
How many bedrooms do you need?
Do you have space for outdoor alfresco living?
Do you need a seperate laundry?
What other features do you need?
How will the Granny Flat be accessed by builders and residents upon completion?
Do you need wheelchair access?
Is additional parking going to be necessary?
Do you have any specific finishing requirements for brickwork, tapware, electrical or plumbing?
Do you need air conditioning or heating?
What types of windows & doors will you need?

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Customisable Granny Flat Designs & Plans

DB Granny Flats have a range of designs for all the features you need. Pick from a wide range of existing
plans, customise one of our existing designs or start a fresh design to create a unique layout to suit your
needs and site specifications.

Fonzie Flat / Garage Studio
Integrated Granny Flat
Often used for a Pool House or Home Office, the
Building a Studio above a freestanding garage is often Studio is an option where the living area doubles as a
known as a Fonzie flat – aptly named due to the popular bedroom – with added versatility to be used as a spare
1980’s sitcom, Happy Days, when The Fonz was the room or for entertaining.
cool kid living in a Studio above the Cunningham’s
garage. Ideal where not enough space exists for 60m2
Granny Flat (can be 35m2.)
If you don’t have the room for a granny, do you have
the room for a Fonzie? Can be built alongside a full-size Granny Flat to
maximise investment returns while saving on costs
Building a studio or Fonzie Flat was once popular in and time.
suburban Australia. However, with modern building
guidelines it is now mostly more practical to build a Possible solution for smaller sized blocks (between
purpose built Granny Flat. 350-450m2.)

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One Bedroom Granny Flat

The One Bedroom Granny Flat is commonly used as a permanent home. With the privacy and liveability of a
segregated bedroom, it has the versatility of a large open-plan living area and is ideal for older children still living at
home, extended family, or as a guest house.

Can range between 40m2 and 60m2.

Two Bedroom Granny Flat

The Two Bedroom Granny Flat is the most common
layout for investment rentals, and can include bathroom
and separate ensuite attached to a master bedroom.

Typically 60m2.

Attached Granny Flat Three Bedroom Granny Flat

The Granny Flat is directly attached to the The Three Bedroom Granny Flat is primarily used by
existing dwelling. property investors in suburbs around universities for
student accommodation, when more bedrooms are
the key requirement.

Works as a 60m2 footprint, with optional alfresco
living to extend living area.

Larger (70m2+) Granny Flats provide a 3-bedroom
layout that is comfortable for family living.

Granny Flat on Top

The Granny Flat is build on top of an existing dwelling.

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The Nitty-Gritty:
Regulations
& Getting
Approvals

State Government Requirements

The States of NSW, WA, NT, ACT and TAS all have systems in place for hassle-free approvals and fast-
tracked building for a Granny Flat.

Provided a few criteria are met, compliance is a simple process, without the expense or time-consuming council
approvals often associated with conventional building projects.

Complying Development Certification (CDC)

Granny Flats can be approved through the Complying Development Certificate (CDC) provided
specific development standards set by State Government are met, and is typically returned within 20
days of an application.

The states of NSW, WA, NT, ACT and TAS are all pro Granny Flat as a means of encouraging better utilisation of urban
land to satisfy the demands of Australia’s growing population.

Typically, to build a Granny Flat as complying development it must be established in conjunction with another dwelling
– the principal dwelling.

It must be on the same lot of land as the principal dwelling, and not an individual lot in a strata plan or community
title scheme.

The Granny Flat may be within, attached to, or separate from the principal dwelling.

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To attain a CDC, you will need to have: Relax! DB Granny Flats
CDC requirements vary dependant on each local council. have our own certifying
officers who can take
A survey plan for your proposed Granny Flat care of the approval
process.
Structural plans

Complete set of architectural plans

Sewer plans stamped by the water authority

Paid a long service levy for the construction industry (0.35% of the value
for all amounts of $25,000 or greater)

Paid a council contribution to allow for increases in residents, workers or
overnight visitors (called a Section 94 in NSW)

A BASIX certificate showing sustainability compliance for your project

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Development Application (DA)

For the uninitiated, a DA can be a daunting and time consuming process but is greatly simplified with
the right building partner. The actual time-span associated with a DA can be long and varied.

The DA process varies a little depending on your council but generally involves the following 7-steps.

1. Pre-Lodgement 2. Lodgement

Analysis Lodge documents over the counter
Seek input from neighbours or online (if available) with your
Get advice from your council desk local council
Work with specialists to draft Assessment officer appointed
accurate plans by council
Complete council DA forms Neighbour notification and
consultation
3. Assessment
Relax! DB Granny Flats
Council experts will review have experience lodging
your application council DAs. We’re happy
Impacts of your proposal and to apply for, prepare and
environmental impacts submit DAs on your behalf.
Identify policies that apply to your proposal
Work with specialists to draft
accurate plans
Consider submissions from
neighbours or groups

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4. Determination 5. Construction Certificate

If approved, you’ll receive a If approved, you’ll receive a
development consent development consent
You will also receive advice on all You will also receive advice on all
conditions that come with your consent conditions that come with your consent
You may receive a deferred consent, You may receive a deferred consent,
which is approval once one or more which is approval once one or more
important considerations are addressed important considerations are addressed
Consent lasts for up to 5-years Consent lasts for up to 5-years
Modifications to consent can be made Modifications to consent can be made
with a separate submission with a separate submission

6. Building 7. Occupancy Certificate

You should keep your neighbours Once the project is complete, the PCA
informed and report any complaints to the will inspect for compliance and provide
builder and the PCA an Occupancy Certificate (OC)
The PCA and Builder will work together PCA must be satisfied the development
with inspections normally carried out at meets various regulatory standards,
key moments within your construction including any special conditions or
process policies identified with your DA consent
Slab completion
Frame completion
Storm-water connections
Wet area completion (close)
Project completion



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Selecting Your
Finishes

Your situation and driving needs will have a large bearing on
the design and finishing choices.

Owner / Occupier

Looking to home extended family?
Consider higher quality finishes and 1 or 2 bedrooms.

Looking to add a lucrative investment property?
Consider your market – if it’s a couple, consider a 1 or 2-bedroom solution. For shared accommodation, a 2 or
even a 3-bedroom solution may be best.

Investor

Looking to extend investments and maximise return?
Consider your market – if it’s a couple, consider a 1 or 2-bedroom solution. For shared accommodation, a 2 or
even a 3-bedroom solution may be best.

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Appointing
Your Builder

Choosing the right builder to entrust with your Granny Flat
project can be difficult, as everyone claims to have lengthy
experience and the best quality builds!

It’s an important decision to get right! You should be able to trust your builders – and that means the
whole firm, not just the salesperson you first meet.

We suggest looking for an experienced builder who specialises in Granny Flats.

Will the person you deal with initially remain a point of contact throughout the design and build process? Make sure
the people you are engaging with are adding value and making promises the building company can keep.
Reputable consultants will know the ins and outs of legislation and make it easy for you to get the right design and
approvals.

Take your time! Don’t allow yourself to be pushed or bullied
into signing a contract.

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Consider this Checklist

Does your builder have significant experience building Granny Flats?

Is your builder a member of the Housing Industry Association (HIA)?

Have you seen reference sites and seen evidence of satisfied customers?

Does the company have in-house, bespoke design services so you can be certain the Granny Flat you build will
be tailored for your situation and circumstances?

…Or do they force you to choose from a pre-existing template?

Will the builder take care of the CDC or DA process for you?

Can they give you a fixed price contract or just a proposal?

Can I choose the colour of the finishes of my Granny Flat?

Is the quote inclusive of everything? (See earlier Hidden Costs Checklist)

Is the contract friendly and easy to understand?

Building a Granny Flat is Unique!

Aside from the unique regulatory requirements, Granny Flat building is different to a normal building
project. The Granny Flat you are building should not be a template – make sure it’s suitable for your
circumstances and site.
The site is part of another, principal residence that you or a tenant is occupying while there’s a build project in the
backyard. This has implications for builders who must have specific processes to minimise the impact of the work site
on the living comfort of the other dwelling.

Working in a confined space means limited storage – builders must carefully project manage the project to ensure
materials are delivered as required.

The site must be kept tidier than a traditional work-site with daily processes to pack up and reset for work the
following day.

Tenants or residents need to be regularly informed of progress and likely nuisances to their day-to-day living.

It’s good to know how to take a TLC approach and respect that, whether you or your tenants will be living in the
main residence while there’s a work-site in the backyard.

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You’re Done!
What to Expect

Once you decide to move forward with building a Granny
Flat, here’s what you should expect to happen.

How Long Does it Take - Really?

Dependent upon your builder, they may ask you to agree a full HIA building contract upfront or ask for a smaller
investment to cover their plans and drawings only.

CAUTION: Be wary of builders asking for a smaller downpayment. This is a tactic used to reduce
barriers while getting your commitment to a significant long term and high cost project.

After the initial payment, a licensed surveyor will detail the site plan within a contour survey. The site plan should be
produced within 2-4 weeks of your initial payment.

If you haven’t already signed an HIA building contract, this will be the next step, alongside your final designs. You will
meet your builder to sign the contract and accompanying documents.

If you have tenants in the main residence, you should communicate to them details of your impending build.

Your builder will pay all necessary insurances and levies for you and lodge the building application alongside plumbing
and drainage documents, for approval from an Independent Private Certifier. The latter must be authorised by your
local council and can take up to 6-weeks to process.

With building and drainage consents provided, you can start finessing your requirements. Meet with your builder to
discuss colour options and any upgrade to finishing materials, such as brick-work, benchtop surfaces and appliances.
These changes, along with any modifications you make after this point, should be handled as contract variations.

Once all plans are finalised, your build project will be booked and your builder will appoint a construction supervisor.

Your build will commence according to your selected builder’s availability. In all, allow 16-18 weeks from
commencement to completion of build. The overall build process will go through a number of stages:

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Site Preparation (2 weeks)
Precommencement Site Preparation (2 weeks)
Slab Pour (1 week)
Frame / External Build (2 weeks)
Roof / Closing In (2 weeks)
Internal Gyprock & External Connections (approx. 4 weeks)
Finishing / Internal Fit-out (approx. 4 weeks)

Once all construction works are completed, the project will be inspected by a certifier for purposes of obtaining an
occupancy certificate. This certificate confirms the build is compliant to Australian building standards. In addition you
will attend a completion site inspection to confirm completion or identify any items needing attention.

Once any reported defects have been remedied, a final appointment will be made to hand over the keys, occupation
certificate and manuals for appliances.

Following completion, you have a 13-week warranty period where you can call your builder back to remedy any
defective items.

Time Overruns?

There are several approvals outside of your builders control that can cause time overruns. Approval
delays can occur when:

Delays in your approval of design or changes made to the design.
Certification (CDC or DA) approvals may necessitate alterations to designs.
There are delays at the site.
Variations or modifications are requested to the initial design.

When do I Pay?

Each builder is slightly different. DB Granny Flats will ask for payment to align with the following
Milestones:

An initial 5% deposit to commence site plans.
A further 5% to initiate designs specific for your site.
Progress payments according to project progress.

Base, 20%
Frame, 20%
Lock Up, 20%
Fixing, 20%
Final Completion, 10%



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Frequently
Asked
Questions

Still have questions? Give us a call on 1300 050 677
or shoot us an email at [email protected].

Can I still build a Granny Flat if I live on a battle axe block?

Yes, but only if the access laneway to your block is wider than 3m and the block size is at least 12m x 12m
(excluding the access laneway).

Can I build a Granny Flat on vacant land?

Yes, but it will need to go through a DA process rather than a CDC. According to the Department of Planning
and Environment Guidelines, Granny Flats can only be built on a property that has an existing house.

Notes

Contact Us

1300 050 677

[email protected]