If you own a large piece of land with your home on one end, then building a granny flat may be a good opportunity to earn additional income from rent. A granny flat is typically described as self-contained accommodation that is part of a main house. Granny flats mostly have separate entrances to ensure privacy for the owners and tenants. This guide equips you with vital considerations when building a granny flat.

Know The Rules Governing Building Of Granny Flats In Your Area

While local rules may apply when it comes to building granny flats, you must also be aware of the more general rules when working with home builders. For example, granny flats can only be built on residential properties of at least 450m2 and cannot be over 60m2 of living space. Granny flats cannot be built in apartment complexes, strata titles, subdivisions and commercial properties.

Establish The Type Of Granny Flat You Desire

There are different kinds of granny flats that you have the option to choose from based on your individual property when working with home builders. For instance, you can choose to partly convert an existing area or garage in your home into a granny flat. You also have the opportunity to build an attached dwelling to your existing home or you can build a separate freestanding dwelling away from your existing home. You can work with your home builders to establish the type of granny flat you desire based on the space available in your existing property. Irrespective of the type you build, your granny flat should ideally have a separate entrance for tenants to use separately.

Choose Your Interior Finishes Based On Your Location

When working with home builders to choose your interior finishes, keep in mind your location because that will determine the rent and type of tenant you can attract for your granny flat. For instance, if you live in an area close to a major CBD, then you may be able to attract young professionals by adding features like work desks, ovens and low maintenance floors in your granny flat. If you live in a family-friendly suburb, then you may be able to attract these types of tenants by adding fixtures like entertainment rooms, slip-resistant floors and rounded furniture to prevent children from getting hurt. If your suburb caters to the retired community, you may want to consider wheelchair-friendly ramps and doorways for more seamless movement through the space.

Building a granny flat on your property requires careful thought. Follow these considerations when choosing home builders for your property.