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If you’re a homeowner looking to invest by building a granny flat on your property, you might ask yourself, “Can you build a granny flat without council approval?” In short, the answer is yes — you don’t need council approval to build a granny flat on your property. But there is an alternate approval process […]

Modern granny flats come with all of a regular home’s creature comforts, just in a cosier package. That’s why granny flats are rising in popularity – not just as a smart way to add value to your home or investment property but as a viable living option. If you’re considering building a granny flat, then […]

Are you thinking about moving into your own personal backyard granny flat? While granny flats are a popular addition to many modern homes, there has been a recent increase in people seeking out this style of accommodation as their primary residence. Fully capable of providing a cosy and comfortable living space, granny flats can be […]

Originally built as a way to provide relatives with independence and privacy without breaking up the family unit, granny flats have experienced a recent surge in popularity among all age groups — particularly younger couples, buying granny flats as their first homes. From last-minute, cleaned up garages and after-thoughts to well-designed and properly architectured homes, […]

If you’re considering making an investment with your current property, you may want to explore the many benefits of building a granny flat. Making the decision to expand or renovate your existing home is a big undertaking, but at Smart Choice Granny Flats we pride ourselves on ensuring the entire process runs as smoothly as […]

The granny flat is an immensely popular alternative living space that offers all the features of a regular home (a kitchen, bedroom, living room, and bathroom) but condensed into a small, cosy dwelling. While granny flats can be attached to the property’s main house, they typically exist as a self-contained structure with their own separate […]

Granny flats are a versatile, multifunctional living space that can be adapted to suit any purpose. Building and decorating your own is an exciting prospect, providing you with a blank slate and an opportunity for you to get creative. Whatever you have in mind — whether it be a guest room, study, studio or retreat, […]

Thinking about having a granny flat built on your property? There are a few things to consider before you hire someone to begin building a granny flat for you. We recommend going through this list and giving some serious thought to each topic. This will ensure that your granny flat meets your exact needs and […]

There aren’t many house designs with a granny flat included, so why not have one built on your property? At Smart Choice Granny Flats, we can custom-build a modern stand-alone granny flat that seamlessly complements your main home’s colours and aesthetic. Our trendy granny flat designs come in all shapes, sizes, and styles, so we’re […]

A granny flat is a secondary place of living. It can be attached to the main house of the property or can exist as a separate structure. They typically have all the features of a home, such as a kitchen, bedroom, living room, and bathroom, condensed into a small, cosy space. It’s no surprise that […]