Development & Zoning Blog
Plain-English guides to NSW planning controls, development approvals, and property investment strategy.
Can I build a dual occupancy on R2 zoning in NSW?
R2 Low Density Residential is the most common zone in Sydney. Here's exactly what you can and can't build under the NSW Housing Code.
What is FSR and how does it affect what you can build?
Floor Space Ratio is one of the most important planning controls in NSW — but it's widely misunderstood. Here's what it means in practice.
NSW Housing SEPP 2021: The developer's plain-English guide
The Housing SEPP consolidated 11 SEPPs into one. What changed, what stayed, and what it means for your next development.
How to read a Section 10.7 Planning Certificate
The 10.7 certificate is the definitive record of planning controls for a property. Here's how to decode one.
NSW granny flat rules: The 2024 complete guide
Secondary dwellings offer the best risk-adjusted yield in NSW property. Here's everything you need to know before you build.
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