ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT A SMALL SECOND HOME ? .........
Want to know ?
1. Does your site qualify ?
2. What you can build ?
3. How the new 7 star changes will stop you getting a permit?
4. Just want help to get it all done !
5. How to fund or finance a SSH ?
THE SMALL SECOND HOME BASICS:
Latest Update May 2024 The latest National Construction Code (NCC) came into effect for Victoria on 1 May 2024.
NOW houses built after 1 May require a 7-Star energy rating. This will also affect any kits, container homes and imports !
So let us arrange a permit first THEN BUY !
Some of the key features of a small second home still include:
- Floor area equal to or less than 60 square meters
- Sited on the same lot as an existing dwelling
- One small second dwelling per lot, however there may be more than one and this would be subject to a planning permit
- Is self-contained, i.e. has a kitchen, bathroom, toilet and laundry facilities
- No carparking required
- Anyone can live in it or rent it out
- Cannot be subdivided from the primary dwelling
- Cannot be connected to reticulated gas
- Meets siting requirements, including minimum garden area
- Can be attached, detached or a conversion
- Must have an access path from the front street.
- There will be no restrictions on how a small second home can be used – they can be used flexibly(business or other non residential uses may require permit).
- Small second homes will still require a building permit, will need to meet ResCode (residential design code) setback and siting requirements.
In many cases there are no issues.
In some cases, work can be done to meet the guidelines.
In most cases, a small second dwelling will not require a planning permit; however, a building permit is always required.
Our STAGE system navigates you all the way and covers documents and construction or just the stage you want.
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WARNING IF YOU OPERATE A BUSINESS
If a person rents their small second dwelling for short term accommodation of the Airbnb or Stayz type on an irregular or intermittent basis, such rental may fairly be regarded as ancillary to ‘self-contained residence’ use of the building. So if the second small dwelling is “rented out for additional income” and that renting out is ancillary to the actual substantial real purpose of the small second dwelling (being a building used as a self-contained residence) there is no complaint about the idea that small second dwellings can be rented out.
BUT YOU MUST consider where the small second dwelling is used solely or primarily to provide short term accommodation for people away from their normal place of residence and not being used by a resident of the dwelling to provide such accommodation, such as is the case with bed and breakfast. Operating without a permit is illegal and may void insurance ! SO ASK US TO INVESTIGATE FIRST BEFORE OPERATING, BUILDING OR ADVERTISING !
WHERE TO START ? First step is to find out if your proposal is affected by site conditions, title restrictions, overlays, easements or building setbacks !
SMALL SECOND HOMES specialists can take you through the process from idea to built.
IF YOU QUALIFY, WE ASSIST OWNER BUILDERS TO SAVE TENS OF THOUSANDS BY DOING A CO-BUILD UNDER ONE OF OUR LICENSED BUILDERS.
ONCE YOU GET A CLIENT NUMBER WE FIT PLANS TO LAND.
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We can work with you toward meeting guidelines to qualify. We can assist to tailor and modify sites & projects to better achieve a result and meet guidelines(where possible).
We can provide Quotes, Scope of Works to estimates to getting the work done under HSECQ supervision.
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We can get the work done, work with your builders, lenders, funders, investors.
We can work with JV, equity, fee for service.
We may work with your crew, to your timeline and always to written contracts and clear outcomes with ITP hold points QA, HSECQ & independent / audited milestones.
We keep you informed and do multiple inspection reports as we go through the process.
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A Few Words About The Government Program, Project & Build Team
The Victorian Government has made it easier to build a small second home in residential and rural areas across Victoria – giving families more housing choice and boosting housing supply
To make it easier to build a small second home, otherwise known as a small second dwelling, the Victoria Planning Provisions, all planning schemes and the Building Regulations have changed.
We assist you through the process.
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What Can SMALLSECONDHOMES Do ?
WE ASSIST WITH ANYTHING TO DO WITH SMALL SECOND HOMES IN THE STATE of VICTORIA
We provide assistance in all aspects of Small Second Homes in Victoria, including advice, assist with all paperwork, permits, sub division, licensing and titles.
We can Co-Fund*, Co-own*, Co-Build*, JV*, assist in leasing and occupation agreements, building specifications & contracts.
Use any stage of our system, from site advice to applications to getting it built.
Handle Paperwork
Documents, contracts, specifications, apply for consents assist with loan applications, grants.
Negotiate with pre fabricated supplier, kit factory, builder, estate agent, farmer.
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Design, site specific solutions, site visits, whole of farm dams and road designs, cellars, off grid self sufficient garden, septic permits, solar battery power and water supply.
Build & Develop
Licensed builder, re zoning applications, set out levels features analysis whole of site and lifestyle integration so your building works with the landscape and your life style to meet your goals
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Need a permit to build on rural land ?
We do farm plans, water bores, dams, roads, septic.
Sheds hot houses irrigation.
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Represent you, deal with authorities, solve property and business related issues, put together Joint Ventures, Investors, Funders, Co Builds Property Operating Plans, Leases, Licensing, Flex Occupancy, RentBack, Sell-N-Stay
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Suits busy people, remote or owner builders.
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OUR team cover
- Negotiation
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- Applications
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- Subdivision
- Eco Enviro Green principles
- Project Management
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OUR team have over 560 man years of life experience so there is not much that we have not seen. We have worked our way up the ranks gaining varied exposure over many facets of business and projects. We know what to ask for and what we should expect..
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We bring both brains and wisdom to bear in all we do. We respect nature and believe in karma also !
Flexible Caring Approach
We are here to look after your best interests. We do not cut corners to "save a buck" as we are here for the long haul and want to be proud of our work and happy to walk down the street. We give and get respect.
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We "get it in writing", trust but verify subscribe to "show me - don't tell me". We take an over all view and do the hard work upfront and pay attention to detail and look ahead to avoid issues later on. We appreciate quality and add value.
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Service Process
The Small Second Home journey is a process and it is best to be guided by experience to save wasting time and money.
We look ahead at possible issues and prepare UPFRONT when you first consider doing a SSH.
Together we review your plans a few times as your thinking becomes clearer and we/you evolve the concept.
To make a start we offer a FREE DOWNLOAD Pack
Get the Facts
We gather all the facts and work in stages. From pre site checks, due diligence, desktop research, reports, calculations to inspections. We discuss your requirements. We get the details and take a whole-of-project view, that includes the site, plans, usage, funding, construction and after completion assist with the ongoing occupation.or rental or terms contract or our unique Property Operating Plan.
Develop The Game Plan
Scope out the work to be done. Map out where we need to go and how we will get there and who & what will be required. Budgets. Quotes. Contracts.
Pre Site
Execute contracts, negotiate, make applications, apply for consents, undertake testing, prepare & obtain reports, set up, engage contractors or consultants, mobilise.
Get It Done
Oversee delivery of the service or build. Pay-Through-Service PayWhen Done. QA ITP Services. Completion Guarantee** Then when complete assist with paperwork.
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OUR team have assisted many people over the decades and we can assist you too.
From alpine regions to coastal regions, mountains to the sea, from farms to city, from sheds to factories, dams and water bores, petrol stations to houses, we most likely have done a job like yours before as there is not much we have not seen.
Now you can gain access to utilise our know how and previous experience and priceless know how & contacts.
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