80m2 Granny Flat in Victoria: What the New Rules Mean for You
Last updated October 2026 From 15 October 2026, you can build an 80m2 granny flat in Victoria without a planning permit in most residential and rural zones. Planning Scheme Amendment VC306 increased the maximum floor area of a small second dwelling (the planning term for a granny flat) from 60 square metres to 80 square […]
2 Bedroom Granny Flat Designs & Floor Plans for Melbourne Backyards
A 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom layout is our standard 60m² base across every finish tier, which means it’s the starting point for most Melbourne homeowners rather than an upgrade. Here’s how our 2-bed floor plans compare, and which one tends to suit which block. Stella: The Corner Block Solution Stella is L-shaped, built specifically for […]
1 Bedroom Granny Flat: Designs, Cost & Ideal Uses
Not every second home needs two bedrooms. A 1 bed/1 bath layout costs $20,000 less than our standard 60m² base across every tier, which makes it worth considering even if a second bedroom isn’t off the table forever. What a 1 Bedroom Build Actually Costs Approximate 1 bed/1 bath pricing by tier: Affordable from around […]
Granny Flats Werribee: Local Guide to Costs, Rules & Builders
Werribee sits around 32km from the Melbourne CBD, comfortably inside the 70km threshold for our regional surcharge, meaning most Werribee blocks are priced at standard tier rates, not the 12.5% regional loading that applies further out. Our broader market analysis of Werribee covers why investor interest in the area has grown so quickly. Eligibility in […]
Sustainable Granny Flats: Eco-Friendly Design & Build Options
Energy efficiency shouldn’t be an upgrade you pay extra for, so we build it into every tier as standard. It’s worth understanding what that actually means in the wall, not just on a spec sheet. Windows and Glazing Double-glazed, thermally broken windows come standard across every Innovista tier, reducing heat transfer far more effectively than […]
How to Finance a Granny Flat: Loans & Funding Options in 2026
Financing a granny flat is becoming a mainstream conversation with lenders, not a niche one. Understanding how that conversation actually goes helps you walk into it prepared rather than guessing at what a broker will ask. The Lending Landscape Has Shifted NAB reported a 21% jump in renovation loan activity in 2025, with a significant […]
Prefab Granny Flats: Are They Worth It for Melbourne Homeowners?
Prefab and modular granny flats get marketed heavily on speed, and it’s true, a factory-built module can go up faster than a fully site-built home. Whether that trade-off is worth it depends entirely on what you’re prioritising. Our more detailed modular guide covers the category more broadly if you’re comparing options across multiple builders. The […]
Granny Flat Approvals & Permits in Victoria: What You Need to Know
Council approvals used to be the single biggest reason granny flat projects stalled. That’s changed, and most Melbourne homeowners don’t yet realise how much, or how recently. The Rule Change That Mattered Most Under Amendment VC253, most residential blocks of 300m² or larger in Victoria no longer require a planning permit for a secondary dwelling […]
Granny Flat Prices in Melbourne: What You’ll Pay in 2026
If you’re trying to work out what you’ll actually pay for a granny flat, start with this: our pricing is turnkey, which means the number you see is the number you pay, subject to your site conditions. The Four Tiers, Side by Side Four tiers, all built to a 60m² base with 2 bed/1 bath […]
Building a Granny Flat: Step-by-Step Process from Design to Handover
Building a granny flat feels like a big unknown until you’ve seen the process laid out. Here’s what it actually looks like, start to finish, based on how we run every G-Flat™ build. 1. Free Site Assessment We look at your block’s size, access, slope and orientation, and confirm which floor plans and tiers are […]