More affordable living
Sharing household expenses such as mortgages, utilities and maintenance can make a meaningful difference to family budgets.
Secondary dwellings
Create space for the people who matter most.
Explore a clearer planning path for multigenerational living, an independent space for family, or a secondary dwelling on your Queensland property.
Explore your options
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Living closer together
Multigenerational living is becoming a practical choice for more families.
Families are finding new ways to live closer together—while creating enough independence, privacy and flexibility for everyone.
For some, it is about supporting ageing parents. For others, it is about helping adult children establish themselves, sharing everyday costs or creating more time together as a family.
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Why families are exploring it
Support that is close by
Families can be closer to ageing parents while preserving the independence and dignity of their own space.
Practical family help
Living nearby can make it easier to share childcare, provide support and spend more time with the people who matter.
Privacy and connection
Self-contained living spaces can offer a thoughtful balance between independence and being part of the family home.
Making better use of home
A secondary dwelling can help a property evolve with your family’s needs instead of forcing a move.
A path shaped around you
Every family, property and idea is different—which is why the right planning questions matter early.
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Start with the property
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Tell us what your family needs
Share what you are hoping to create and who the additional space is for.
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Understand the planning questions
We review the property-specific considerations and explain the likely pathway in plain language.
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Move forward with clarity
Decide your next step knowing what may be needed before you commit to a design, supplier or build.
A considered first step
Start with a free property check
Tell us about your property and what you are hoping to create. We will help you identify the key planning questions and a sensible next step.
Any further assistance is discussed once we understand your property and proposal. Advice is property-specific and does not guarantee an approval outcome.
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Common questions
What is a secondary dwelling?
It is an additional, self-contained living space associated with a property. The relevant planning, building and servicing pathway depends on the property and proposal.
Can a tiny home be used as a secondary dwelling?
A tiny home may be considered as part of a secondary-dwelling proposal, but requirements depend on the individual property, proposal and intended use.
Do I need planning approval?
It depends on the property and proposal. Planning, building, plumbing and local requirements may apply, so obtain property-specific guidance before committing.
Where can I learn more about tiny homes in Queensland?
Read our Tiny Homes in Queensland guide, or refer to the Queensland Planning tiny homes guidance.
Explore your options
Tell us about your property.
Share a few details about what you are considering. We will review your enquiry before getting in touch.