Can I build three-storeys? As a private consulting town planner, this is a question I get almost daily. The quick answer is generally ‘no’ with a solid amount of ‘maybe’ … Read more “Can I build three storeys in height? How high can I build?”
How long can it take to obtain a development approval?
Almost all developments (no matter the size of the project) will begin by obtaining development approval (DA) from Council. But how long can this take? Well, how long is a … Read more “How long can it take to obtain a development approval?”
How much value can a DA add to your sale price?
What dollar value does a development approval (DA) add to your property sale price? The common assumption is that a development approval will add a decent amount of value to … Read more “How much value can a DA add to your sale price?”
What can you do with a character home?
The majority of town planning development applications in Brisbane City Council revolve around the extension, alteration or demolition of a pre-1947 dwelling in a Traditional Building Character overlay (i.e. a … Read more “What can you do with a character home?”
Changes to auxiliary units in Logan City Council
Logan City Council will be making some amendments to their definition of an ‘Auxiliary Unit’ in the new financial year (July 2018). We have put together a simple overview for … Read more “Changes to auxiliary units in Logan City Council”
Looking at a development site? What key issues should you be looking for?
So you’ve found the right property, your PropertEASE report tells you that you may be able to achieve a 1 into 2 subdivision, or build 4x townhouses, but what else … Read more “Looking at a development site? What key issues should you be looking for?”
The real cost for a subdivision
Can’t I just put up a fence and split my property title? As a development consultant and town planner, this is surprisingly a question I get quite a lot. I … Read more “The real cost for a subdivision”
Secondary dwelling vs. Auxiliary Unit vs. Dual Occupancy
Secondary dwelling? Auxiliary Unit? Dual Occupancy? They all look the same but what are the key differences? Generally, a ‘secondary dwelling’ or more commonly known as a ‘grannyflat’ is a … Read more “Secondary dwelling vs. Auxiliary Unit vs. Dual Occupancy”
Take advantages of the tools available
With the advances in technology, we’ve surpassed the need to go on site and look for infrastructure or check the surrounding land uses for precedent. In Queensland, there is now … Read more “Take advantages of the tools available”