State Jurisdictional Framework: QLD
Granny Flats & Secondary Dwellings in Queensland
Statutory council planning controls, Fair Work CW3 benchmarks, and local government calculators for granny flats & secondary dwellings across Queensland.
Benchmark Installed Rate
$2200 –$3800/m²
Statutory Reference: Planning (Secondary Dwellings) Amendment Regulation 2022Queensland amended legislation to allow homeowners to rent secondary dwellings to unrelated parties. While planning approval is accepted in most LGAs under 70-80 sqm, a building approval with plumbing sign-off is mandatory.
Select Your Council Area in QLD
Select your Local Government Area to open the interactive calculator and local DA checklist.