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Swarup Dutta

Jul 17, 20222 min read

Was Council Wrong?

Was Council engineers wrong this time? Swarup, AuArchitecture Founder, was younger, self employed and took a huge risk. He bought this...

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Swarup Dutta

May 22, 20222 min read

What does property subdivision mean?

Property subdivision is creating smaller chunks of land from a larger parent parcel. Once completed, each of the smaller chunks are...

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Swarup Dutta

May 16, 20222 min read

Finding the right Subdivision Property

Find the right subdivision Property in Victoria

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Swarup Dutta

Aug 28, 20212 min read

Subdividers-Watch out for pipes!

Our regular client was on the hunt for another development site! The property development bug was in his system. He is a successful...

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Swarup Dutta

Aug 12, 20211 min read

Duplex Designs

AuArchitecture has designed duplex style dual occupancy projects in various suburbs. The site width, zoning policy, planning overlay,...

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Swarup Dutta

Jul 14, 20211 min read

Tree Spoilers

Trees are beautiful. But trees can ruin a proposed development too! Trees on your land can come under scrutiny by Councils when applying...

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Swarup Dutta

Jun 13, 20214 min read

WHY CAN'T I SUBDIVIDE MY BACKYARD?

Some properties are just not suitable for a backyard subdivision. One solution to develop such properties maybe to demolish all or part...

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Swarup Dutta

May 6, 20211 min read

IS THE DRIVEWAY ON THE RIGHT SIDE?

Driveway locations play an important role in the design of a multi unit development. On a wide site suitable for a duplex, the driveways...

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Swarup Dutta

Apr 26, 20211 min read

Building Permits are complex

As you can see the building Permit requires multiple documents, certificates and drawings which must be certified by a Registered...

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Swarup Dutta

Apr 26, 20211 min read

Watch out for Covenants on the Title!

Some property titles may have a covenant attached to it. They remain till removed. The two troublesome ones we find are: Single dwelling...

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Swarup Dutta

Apr 7, 20212 min read

Typical Subdivision Process in Victoria

The Process for subdividing a typical suburban block around Melbourne is : Town Planning approval for the dwellings which will occupy...

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Swarup Dutta

Mar 21, 20212 min read

Duplex Subdivision Process

The Duplex Subdivision process is as follows: 1. Design the two side by side dwellings- draw the plans, elevations, shadow diagrams,...

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I want to sell my backyard to my daughter

Swarup Dutta

Feb 16, 20212 min read

I want to sell my backyard to my daughter

" Can you help me subdivide by block so my daughter can build her first home?" This is a typical inquiry we receive. My Reply: "Thank you...

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Swarup Dutta

Feb 5, 20215 min read

How big is my house?

The first question on the property developer's mind is house and lot size then followed by " how many bedrooms?" The developer can then...

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Swarup Dutta

Jan 4, 20218 min read

How do I subdivide my land in Victoria?

Property subdivision for two or more lots. Subdivide and Sell your backyard. There is a growing trend in older parents helping their...

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Swarup Dutta

Nov 21, 20201 min read

What the heck is a NoD?

Geelong Council likes this nine unit project. The town planning process was simple: Submit the Planning Application. RFI : Council...

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Swarup Dutta

Nov 19, 20201 min read

Eco friendly Child care facility

The site has a unique setting- the rail station and local "CBD" across the road and a large public reserve bordering three other...

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Swarup Dutta

Nov 19, 20201 min read

Geelong Council approves nine units

Our client owned two houses in a Growth Zone suburb near Geelong. We designed nine townhouses- five of which were modular and provide...

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Swarup Dutta

Nov 19, 20201 min read

Duplex will generate cash

Our client wanted a custom home in their Blackburn duplex. We designed a large four bedroom dwelling with in law accommodation. The...

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Granny flats are finally coming to Victoria

Swarup Dutta

Aug 27, 20201 min read

Granny flats are finally coming to Victoria

Granny flats are coming to Victoria!

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