Building A Granny Flat in Canberra Has Never Been Easier
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A way forward
A solution to the housing crisis
Australia is currently facing a housing crisis, with rental prices soaring and home ownership becoming increasingly unattainable for many people. One creative solution to this crisis is to build a granny flat
Passive income potential
- Granny flats offer an excellent source of passive income.
- In Canberra, there is strong demand for well-built, purpose-designed granny flats, especially brick constructions that provide durability and quality.
- This demand means you can expect competitive rental returns for your investment.
Family Accommodation
- Granny flats are a flexible option for accommodating elderly relatives or teenagers
- They help keep families together by providing private, self-contained spaces that promote independence while ensuring loved ones remain close
- This can be especially valuable for elderly relatives who prefer maintaining their autonomy within a supportive family environment.
Tax benefits
- Renting out a granny flat comes with several tax advantages
- Expenses such as interest, depreciation, and repairs may be tax-deductible, and in the ACT, granny flats are exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
- This makes them a financially attractive addition to your property
Flexibility in Living Arrangements
- A granny flat offers versatility. If your household size decreases, you can downsize by moving into the granny flat and renting out your main house
- This allows for financial flexibility while maintaining a practical living arrangement.
A stress free process
from start to finish
At Aztec Building Solutions, we take pride in guiding our clients through every step of the planning and construction process for their granny flat
From the initial consultation and design phase to obtaining necessary approvals and completing construction, our experienced team ensures a seamless and stress-free experience
We handle all the details—large and small—so you can enjoy the journey and focus on envisioning your new space
Our goal is to make the process as straightforward and enjoyable as possible, delivering a high-quality granny flat in Canberra that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations
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The process is easy!
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Tell us exactly what you need
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We'll plan the perfect granny flat for you
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Enjoy your move-in day!
Why Build a granny flat in canberra?
Canberra is particularly suited to granny flat development due to its high proportion of single-family homes, which often have the necessary land size and zoning requirements. The ACT government actively supports the construction of granny flats in Canberra through initiatives such as:
- Reduced Planning Approval Requirements: Policies streamline the approval process for Canberra granny flats, particularly those up to one bedroom.
- Water-Sensitive Urban Design Requirements: Encouraging environmentally sustainable designs that align with the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
The BCA also mandates specific standards for construction, ensuring safety, structural integrity, and energy efficiency. Compliance with these standards guarantees your granny flat is built to the highest quality.
Key Requirements for granny flats in canberra
In the ACT, granny flats—referred to as “secondary residences”—must adhere to certain criteria, including:
- Footprint between 40m² and 90m².
- A minimum total land size of 500m².
- The property must be zoned for residential use.
- Designs must comply with water-sensitive urban design principles.
- Accessibility features can be incorporated to suit people with disabilities.
affordable housing and future planning
Granny flats provide a more affordable alternative to traditional housing and are ideal for those struggling to enter the property market, including young adults leaving the family home. With rising housing demand in Canberra, adding a granny flat can increase property value and address housing affordability challenges.
If the idea of building a granny flat appeals to you, contact the Aztec Building Solutions team today for a free quote. Browse our portfolio to see some of the innovative, high-quality granny flats we’ve built in Canberra.
Our happy customers
We’ve helped thousands of people move
Codey Joyner
UrbanAcres, LLC
“My move was way less stressful than expected! Movely packed everything, stored it for a week, and moved it all to my new home just as promised!”
Eren Hill
H&H Legal Partners
“Movely provided a very professional service when we moved offices last month. They were easy to work with and moved everything on time.”
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SavvyMarket
Best experience ever! I desperately needed a mover to help with a last minute relocation, and Movely was so helpful in making it a seamless process!”
You ask, we answer
At Aztec Building Solutions, we prioritize clear communication and complete transparency with our clients, ensuring a seamless and trustworthy experience from start to finish
During the initial consultation, we’ll discuss your requirements and determine the granny flat design that best suits your needs
Once that’s decided, I’ll provide you with a detailed quote or estimate
From there, we can proceed by signing the contract and lodging the plans for building approval
After the approval process, construction can begin
Once construction begins, a standard granny flat is typically completed within approximately four months
We offer fixed-price granny flats with a structured payment plan designed to guide you seamlessly through each stage of the build
