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Articles relating to anything that is likely to require development applications for your property such as building a granny flat or duplex

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How to Submit a Siting Application in Queensland: A Step-By-Step Guide

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If your proposed building work in Queensland doesn’t comply with the Queensland Development Code (QDC) or your local councils planning scheme you may need a siting application, also known as a concurrence application or referral application. These applications can be complicated and Buildable Approvals can make these applications or – more importantly – advise on […]

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Logan City Council Setback Guide

Understanding Building Setbacks in Logan City Council

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If you’re planning to build or renovate in the Logan region, it’s essential to understand building set back rules. The most common question we get asked is how close can I build to the boundary? A setback is the minimum distance a structure must be from the property boundaries. The requirements are set by Logan

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Building Near the Boundary in Queensland: A Guide to Setbacks

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Understanding Setbacks In Queensland, building setbacks are regulations that dictate the minimum distance a structure must be from property boundaries. These rules are in place to:   General Setback Rules Important Considerations: Where to Find More Information: Download Our Setback Guides: General Setback Guide SEQ Brisbane City Setback Guide Gold Coast Setback Guide Ipswich Setback

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How to make sure your shed, carport or garage conversion is legal and livable.

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It might seem like the ideal solution to get rid of the junk stored in that big old shed and turn it into livable space for the growing family or visitors, but you will need to make some changes to make sure it meets the standards for livable space. It is important that any alterations

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