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At Cubitt’s, we build Granny Flats and Home Extensions for your lifestyle. That is why we have perfected our process, so you are never in doubt about where you are on your journey. And as always, we are right there with you! We deliver quality service and construction through our handpicked and reliable consultants, designers and tradies across every part your journey.
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Designing Dreams: Meet Jasmin, Design Manager at Cubitt’s
In the world of design, creativity knows no boundaries, and every career has a unique trajectory. Meet Jasmin, a talented designer on Cubitt’s Design Team, whose journey commenced in 2014. Her initial projects involved collaborating with builders to craft high-end custom residences, emphasising the importance of aligning designs with clients’ needs and tastes. Jasmin now helps clients at Cubitt’s turn the home they live in, into their forever home.
How to Determine Bush Fire Attack Level (BAL Rating)
The Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) rating is a critical assessment that categorises the potential bushfire risk for properties in Australia, spanning from LOW to FZ, representing various levels of fire intensity and potential hazards. Use this article to do your own estimation of your potential BAL rating
Embracing the Future: Cubitt’s Passively Designed Homes Ready for Faster Council Approval
Discover a new era in home construction with Cubitts’ Passively Designed Homes. Already NCC compliant, our energy-efficient designs not only help ensure we are in the best possible position to meet Basix compliance but also offer a future-focused lifestyle. We’re ready for faster council approvals while reducing your carbon footprint and energy costs. Embrace sustainability, efficiency, and comfort—all in one place.
Quennie: International Architect Extraordinaire with a Passion for People and Spaces
Collaborating with Quennie at Cubitt’s for Custom Design Packs or Granny Flat alterations ensures an empathetic and expert partnership. With her extensive architectural experience, Quennie excels at understanding your requirements, translating them into designs that surpass expectations. Her attention to detail and commitment to your vision guarantee a meticulously tailored outcome. Working with Quennie guarantees your ideas will come to life in ways that resonate, leaving you thoroughly impressed with the final result.
Can You Build a Granny Flat on Lot Sizes Less than 450m2?
Want to build a Granny Flat on a less than 450m2 block? Good news! Cubitt’s can do this for you. Regulations provide avenues for approval, debunking size myths. Whether it’s a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) or a strategic Development Application (DA), explore the possibilities of smart living with Cubitt’s, even on sub-450m² lots. Your dream space awaits!
Navigating the 2022-23 NCC Changes: What to Expect by October 1
Navigate the upcoming NCC 2022 changes set for October 1st, impacting Australian construction in accessibility, energy efficiency, and condensation management
2023 National Construction Code Changes in Australia
Understand the transformative impact of NCC 2022 updates in Australian construction, fostering sustainability, accessibility, and energy efficiency.
Can I fill in a swimming pool and build a Granny Flat?
Building a granny flat over a pool site demands debris removal, VENM fill, compaction, and expert guidance for stability, safety, and compliance. Find out everything you need to know to turn a money pit into an Granny Flat income stream or comfy home.
What is an Attached Granny Flat?
Have you always wanted to enjoy the financial benefits and lifestyle advantages of a Granny Flat on your property, but have limited backyard space? Attached Granny Flats are a popular option for those with smaller blocks of land.
Building Dreams with Confidence: Meet Our Trusted Draftsperson Paul
Meet Paul, one of our skilled draftspeople at Cubitt’s, dedicated to bringing your visions to life with precision and care. Trustworthy, innovative, and reliable, he ensures your dream project stays on time and within budget.
Understanding Land Zoning: A Step-by-Step Guide to Development Potential
Discover the power of land zoning and its influence on property development. Learn how to access zoning information for your property using the NSW Planning Portal. Unravel the Local Environmental Plan to find what can be built within your zone and make informed development decisions.
Expert Builder: Screw Piers in Granny Flats
Granny Flats on screw piers – when are screw piers required for Granny Flats, what are the benefits and how it all works
Assurance that a licensed builder agrees you can construct your project
A site visit by a licensed builder is crucial for accurate project quotes, assessing access, and identifying potential issues that affect construction. It sets the foundation for a successful build.
Expert Builder: Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are a common feature in many granny flat builds or indeed any residential build, especially those that are constructed on sloping or uneven terrain. Find out why they’re used and how they’re built.
Cubitt’s Site Ambassador Madi Moriarty
Bringing you all the on site visuals and behind the scenes of how Cubitt’s builds its granny flats and home extensions, and actively promoting women in trades – introducing our Site Ambassador, Madi Moriarty.
What’s included in a Cubitt’s Home Extension Design Pack?
A concept design for a house is an essential first step in the design process. It helps to ensure that the final product is functional, aesthetically pleasing, and meets your needs and expectations.
Home Extensions: What factors affects how long a home renovation may take?
Find out what factors can affect the timeline of a home extension or home renovation project, and what are the common considerations that need to be taken into account to save time overall.
Granny Flat Investment: Student Renters as an Additional Source of Income
As the focus on further education for young people grows, combined with the inability to have an overseas gap year, there are more and more Australians enrolling in University courses. In fact, a University of Sydney spokeswoman recently described demand for places from local students has been “higher than ever”.
What Boundary Setbacks Are Required for a Granny Flat in NSW?
In NSW the planning legislation is clear – Granny Flats are a welcome addition to housing stock across the state. There is specific legislation, updated in November 2021 (the Housing SEPP) that sets out the guidelines for being able to build a Granny Flat with NO council approval, including what set backs are required for your lot size. Here we cover in detail how close you can build a Granny Flat to your boundary and to other structures on your site.
A Section 10.7 Certificate – Why Do I Need It And How Do I Get It?
A Section 10.7 Planning Certificate is a local council information document. It provides information on a specific piece of land, based on the unique address. This includes any zoning, the planning controls and other property restrictions such as land contamination, whether it’s flood or bushfire prone land and more.