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Modular and Prefabricated Homes in NSW: How the New MMC Laws Will Change the Way We Build

What the Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Bill 2026 Means for NSW Homebuilders On 4 August 2026, the NSW Parliament passed the Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Bill 2026 — the most signifi...

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Aug 17, 2026

Townhouse Development NSW 2026: Complete Guide to Designs, Costs, Zoning & Approval Pathways

Townhouses have emerged as one of the fastest-growing housing types in Australia. In 2026, townhomes now represent more than 18% of all single-family construction starts — up from less than 10% a deca...

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Aug 2, 2026

Duplex Construction Cost Sydney 2026: Complete Cost Guide, Approval Pathways & Zoning Requirements

Duplex Construction Cost Sydney 2026: Complete Cost Guide, Approval Pathways Zoning Requirements Building a duplex in Sydney in 2026 is one of the most financially compelling residential development s...

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Jul 22, 2026

Sydney Home Renovation Cost Guide 2026: Per-Square-Metre Breakdown, Room-by-Room Budgets & Approval Essentials

Sydney Home Renovation Cost Guide 2026: Per-Square-Metre Breakdown, Room-by-Room Budgets Approval Essentials Author: Franz Phan, Senior Planning Consultant, giantA Pty Ltd Published: July 19, 2026 Rea...

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Jul 18, 2026

Granny Flat Cost Sydney 2026: Complete Price Breakdown & Budget Guide

Granny Flat Cost Sydney 2026: Complete Price Breakdown & Budget Guide Author: giantA Pty Ltd — Cost Estimators & Building Designers Published: 17 July 2026 | Reading time: 7 min Related: Complete Gran...

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Jul 17, 2026