Approvals

Understanding granny flat rules by state and council

By Build a Granny Flat Research Team

“Granny flat” is a familiar marketing term, but it is not a single Australia-wide approval category. Depending on the jurisdiction, the legal description may be…

Approvals

Planning a granny flat near easements and services

By AMESCorp Building Advisory Team

An empty-looking part of a backyard may already be doing important work. It may carry a registered drainage easement, protect access to a sewer, contain…

Approvals

The difference between a granny flat and a studio

By Planning & Compliance Editorial Team

A granny flat and a backyard studio can look almost identical in a photograph. Both may be compact, detached buildings with insulation, windows, electricity and…