Granny Flats on Darkinjung, Awabakal and Wonnarua Country

Council-approved, turnkey granny flats across the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Hunter. NSW Licence 477499C.

Five designs, named for the Traditional Owners of the Country we build on

Each design is named for the Traditional Owners whose land we work on. Every build is turnkey and council-approved — we handle everything and hand you the keys.

Every build includes:

  • Site assessment, council lodgement, fixed-price contract
  • Engineered slab, frame, Colorbond roof, cladding your choice
  • Full kitchen and bathroom, electrical, plumbing, flooring, painting
  • Landscaping allowance (turf, path, fencing)
  • 6-year structural warranty (HIA), 12-month defects liability
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Five granny flat designs

All designs council-compliant across our service area, available as 1- or 2-bedroom.

The Darkinjung

50m² one-bedroom
Central Coast compact design

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The Awabakal

55m² one-bedroom
Lake Macquarie / Newcastle

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The Wonnarua

60m² two-bedroom
Hunter Valley family layout

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The Worimi

65m² two-bedroom
Mid-north coast large layout

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The Biripai

70m² two-bedroom
Premium Taree / Manning design

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How the granny flat build process works

1

Site assessment and design selection

Pick your design; we visit the site and confirm the council pathway.

2

Fixed-price contract and council lodgement

Fixed-price contract; we lodge CDC or DA. 10% deposit on signing, nothing more until construction starts.

3

Pre-construction

Engineer, surveyor and service applications — 2–3 weeks.

4

Construction (10–12 weeks)

Slab week 1, frame and roof by week 3, trades and finishes through week 12. Progress payments at 4 milestones.

5

Handover and Occupation Certificate

Final walk-through, defects fixed within 7 days, then keys, OC and warranties.

Total: 16–20 weeks contract-to-keys (CDC) or 22–28 weeks (DA).

Transparent, fixed-price building

Every granny flat is turnkey and fixed-price — council fees, engineer, slab to landscaping, Occupation Certificate. No hidden costs, no provisional sums.

Add-ons: steel frame, rendered brick, premium finishes, BAL bushfire upgrades, A/C, separate metering. Site-specific costs quoted upfront.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need council approval for a granny flat in NSW?

Yes — most sites qualify for a fast-track CDC (20 business days); others need a DA (8–12 weeks). We handle both.

Can I rent out the granny flat?

Yes — NSW law allows renting at market rent while you occupy the main dwelling.

How long does it take from start to finish?

16–20 weeks (CDC) or 22–28 weeks (DA). We update you every Friday.

Can I customise the floor plan or finishes?

Yes — minor plan changes are priced individually and you choose all finishes. Major changes may push CDC into DA; we'll tell you upfront.

What warranty and insurance do I get?

6-year structural, 2-year non-structural, 12-month defects liability, HIA Home Warranty Insurance certificate, plus manufacturer warranties.

Can I use the granny flat for NDIS or aged care?

Yes — we build to Livable Housing Silver or Gold standard and itemise quotes to NDIS cost categories. See our NDIS page.

What homeowners say

"We couldn’t be happier with the work Koori Constructions did on our home — they transformed our kitchen, bathroom and laundry into a stunning new space that exceeded our expectations. Professional, reliable and detail-focused the whole way through."

— Susan · full home renovation · Google review

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Ready to build your granny flat?

Council-approved, turnkey, fixed-price. Brad responds to every inquiry within 24 hours.

NSW Licence 477499C · 100% Aboriginal-owned · HIA member