Category Archives: Subdivision / Development

Guidelines to obtaining approval for Development Application (DA) or Planning Permit (PP)

// // // ]]>// In New South Wales and Victoria, the application to subdivide, renovate or develop property is called a Development Application (DA) and Planning Permit (PP) respectively.  The chances for obtaining an approval for a DA from the … Continue reading

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7 Black Forest road, Werribee, Victoria

// // // ]]>// Vacant land: 1001 sqm Location: Corner of Black Forest road and Walls road, Werribee Asking price: $259,000 Agent: Mr Haydon Lanyon, Elders Real Estate, Werribee. Mobile: 0407 068 729 This block of level and near rectangular … Continue reading

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What makes a property developer?

I’ve been asked many times why I love developing and as much as I love the life style and financial freedom it brings the thing I love the most about this hobby turned life style, is the creative spirit it allows to flow through me. You see, whether it’s designing a single level home, a multi-level development or a subdivision site, I am able to bring an uninviting piece of dirt to life and create something that both its inhabitants and visitors will enjoy for years to come. Continue reading

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How to find a good architect

// // // ]]>// When you are considering building your own home or undertaking major renovations, an architect may be critical to ensure that your project will be completed within your budget and time frame. Many people see an architect … Continue reading

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Washington Brown – Property Depreciation Services

Washington Brown is a firm of Quantity Surveyors with offices in major capital cities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Cairns and Hobart. Headed by Director Tyron Hyde who has more than 16 years experience, this firm provides the following … Continue reading

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Property Bloom – property development manager with a passion

After buying her family home on Sydney’s northern beaches and watching in awe as the value grew, Joanna Chivers was amazed at how much money was being made by just sitting back and waiting for capital appreciation. She was convinced … Continue reading

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How to obtain accurate construction costs?

// // // ]]>// // // ]]> Not only have property prices increased significantly over the last 15 months, property investors who are looking to build their own homes either through a builder or using a volume home builder need … Continue reading

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BMT Tax Depreciation, Quantity Surveyors

BMT Tax Depreciation is a firm of Quantity Surveyors with offices in all major capital cities – Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Newcastle, Perth, Adelaide, Cairns, Gold Coast, Hobart and Darwin. This firm provides the guarantee that when you receive a … Continue reading

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27 Staughton street, Melton South

// // // ]]>//   This property consist of a 3 bedroom house with 1 bathroom and 1 car space on a 1,000 sqm of level land in the heart of Melton South, Melbourne.   It is conveniently located within … Continue reading

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How to choose the right builder for your dream home

// // // ]]>// Home renovations, extensions and improvements have pre-occupied many Australians who choose to embark on the work for various reasons – improve their lifestyle, family planning, make money and create value for their real estate investments. Building … Continue reading

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How to get into property development

// // // ]]>// For any budding residential property developer, I cannot recommend more highly Ron Forlee excellent book on the subject. Among the key topics covered in his book include: Understanding the residential property market and development process Getting … Continue reading

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Brutal Art Design + Build ~ award winning property development firm

// // // ]]>// Property development is fraught will all sorts of risk for the average property developer with limited experience. Many first time owners who is looking to build their dream home may be wise to consider seeking professional … Continue reading

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How to obtain approval for a Development Application

// // // ]]>// The process of obtaining approval for a Development Application (DA) can be a daunting task as it involves dealing with the bureaucratic maze of councils and other authorities such as the Office and local utility companies. … Continue reading

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2-4-4 property development rule

// // // ]]>// Property development can be a risky business, especially if one is not familiar with issues such as subdivision, the process of liaising with council, utilities and relevant authorities to obtain building approval, managing builders, architects, applying … Continue reading

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Recent sale of potential development sites in Melton

// // // ]]>// According to local agent Lorraine Johns of Stockdale & Leggo in Melton, properties with the potential for development such as dual occupancy have been snapped up the moment they were on the market. This could be … Continue reading

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How to find a property development site

// // // ]]>//   Here are some key issues when searching for a development site to build your house:   1. Research It is important to determine and decide in the first instance whether your intended development is to … Continue reading

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How to subdivide land – Top strategies for success

Subdividing property is like buying a whole cake for $30 and then cutting the cake into 8 equal slices and selling off each slice for $5. The sum of each individual slice is greater than the whole cake. To ensure … Continue reading

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Subdivision of land – Documents you need

// // // ]]>// This guide sets out the documents required for submitting a subdivision of land in the state of Victoria persuant to the Subdivision Act 1988. A Subdivision Act plan is identified by the ‘PS’ prefix and in … Continue reading

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Subdivision of land – Calculating capital gains tax

// // // ]]>// Your home is usually exempt from capital gains tax (CGT) if you sell it due to the Principal Place of Residence (PPOR) exemption. However, if you subdivide the land upon which your home is built and … Continue reading

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Subdivision of land – the approval process

// // // ]]>// The process of subdividing land requires the approval of both the local Council and relevant utilities such as the water authority. For property owners who are not experienced in submitting a Development Application (DA) or Planning … Continue reading

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