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A granny flat is a fully self-contained secondary dwelling built on the same block as your main home. They’re perfect for family, guests, or creating extra rental income. As your local Central Coast builder, we can show you through our display homes so you can see how practical and modern they are before making a decision. Call us to book a visit today.

In NSW, granny flats are limited to 60m² of internal floor space under state planning laws. The good news is that outdoor features such as decks, pergolas, carports, and garages do not count towards this 60m² limit, giving you more usable space and lifestyle flexibility. As your local Central Coast builder, we’ll confirm exactly what works on your block during a free preliminary site assessment. Call us today and visit our display homes to see how spacious and practical 60m² really feels.

In late 2023–2024 the NSW Government streamlined the State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021 to speed up housing supply. For granny flats (secondary dwellings), the main updates were: Simplified Complying Development (CDC): More blocks can now qualify under the fast-track system if they meet size and setback rules. Private Certifier Approvals: Approvals can be issued directly by accredited certifiers, bypassing lengthy council processes. Clearer Separation of Rules: Decks, pergolas, garages, and carports were clarified as not counting towards the 60m² internal floor limit. Zoning Flexibility: Secondary dwellings are permitted in more residential zones, broadening eligibility. These changes were designed to cut red tape and make approvals much quicker where land meets the state’s criteria. Our team stays across all planning changes, so you don’t have to. Get in touch today and come walk through our display homes to see how the rules translate into real designs.

The minimum lot size for a granny flat under NSW legislation is 450 m² with at least 12 metres of street frontage. This requirement applies across the state and ensures there is enough space for both the main dwelling and the secondary dwelling to comply with planning rules.

No, under NSW legislation a granny flat cannot be subdivided or sold separately from the main dwelling. Both homes must remain on the same property title and be owned together. This is because a granny flat is classed as a secondary dwelling, not a separate lot. While you can rent it out for additional income or use it for family living, it cannot be treated as an independent property for sale.