Why Now
Rents are high, housing supply is tight, and a lot of owners are sitting on underused land. A granny flat can turn that backyard into income, flexibility or long-term value. But it only works if the site, the approval pathway and the numbers line up. That's what we help you check before you spend.
The Approv Backyard Value Assessment
A clear review of your property, the likely approval pathway, and the options for making better use of your land. So you know what's realistic before you commit a cent to plans or finance.
We review:
Planning controls on your site
Granny flat or secondary dwelling potential
The likely approval pathway
Key site contraints
Access, service and layout options
Rental assumptions
Delivery options
Recommended next steps
The professionals you'll need to move it forward
The goal is simple: a clear view of what your property can realistically support, what needs to happen next, and whether it's worth progressing.
Your Options
Every property is different. Depending on your site and goals, we help you find the right pathway.
Custom granny flat
A complete, long-term option with a custom design, the right approvals and a structured delivery pathway.
Owner-builder pathway
A lower-cost route for owners comfortable taking on more responsibility, set up properly so you understand the risks and do it right.
Fast-track granny flat
A simpler, lower-cost option using the faster approval pathway where your site suits it.
Find Out Exactly Where You Stand
[ How it works ]
We Check What Others Miss
A backyard can look perfect and still not stack up. Here's what we check before you spend on anything.
Lot size and pathway
Sewer mains
Building over or near a sewer is one of the most common things that stops a granny flat or adds serious cost. We check it early.
Easements
An easement across your land can rule out part of the backyard or force a redesign. We find them before they find you.
Setbacks and size.
Setbacks, site coverage and landscaping rules cap how big your granny flat can actually be. We work out the real buildable size, not the one you're hoping for.
Stormwater and drainage
Where the water goes shapes the design and the cost. We factor it in from the start.
Trees
Significant trees can limit where you build or trigger their own approvals. We flag them up front.
Overlays
Flood, bushfire and heritage controls can change everything. We check what applies to your site.
Slope and access.
A sloping or battle-axe block changes both the cost and the layout. We assess whether the site can deliver before you commit.
[ faqs ]
Got Any Questions?
We’ve heard it all. Here’s everything you need to know before working with us.
Do I need council approval for a granny flat?
Yes, but not always a full DA. Many granny flats in NSW can go through a faster complying-development pathway if the site and design meet the standards. We work out which pathway your property qualifies for.
How big can my granny flat be?
There's a cap on floor area, plus setback, site coverage and landscaping rules that affect the real buildable size. We work out what your specific block can support.
Can I rent it out?
Often yes, which is what makes them attractive. We confirm what's allowed for your property as part of the review.
What stops a granny flat from being approved?
The usual culprits are lot size, sewer location, easements, overlays like flood or bushfire, and access. These are exactly the things we check up front so you don't find out the expensive way.
How much does it cost to build one?
That depends on the site, the design and the pathway, which is why we start with the assessment. The point is to know whether the numbers work before you spend on plans or finance.
Do you build the granny flat?
We handle the strategy, planning and design coordination, and we bring in the right professionals, builders, certifiers and others, to deliver it. That keeps the whole project joined up.
[ why choose us ]
Faster Pathways
Fewer Rejections
One Expert Team
Guranteed Approval
Active Project Approvals
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