Everything New Homeowners Need to Know About Roofs

Do you need extra living space, a guest home or a rental opportunity? If so, then putting up a granny flat kit in your backyard may be the solution you are looking for.

1. Increased Property Value

Adding an accessory building to your property can help increase the value. A granny flat will increase the living space on your property, which nearly always leads to a value increase. If you plan to sell in the future, the accessory building can help attract offers from those planning for multi-generational living or those looking for properties with guest houses.

2. Income Opportunity

Granny flats don't have to be used to increase your living space directly. You can offset the cost of homeownership by putting in a flat that you plan to rent out, either on a permanent basis or as a vacation home. If you opt to rent it as a vacation home, you can still have it available for your own use by simply taking it off the market when you need it for personal guests.

3. Approved Plans

You will require council approval in order to put a granny flat on your property. This usually means that the building needs plans with an architect's stamp that shows they meet current building requirements. In general, granny flat kit manufacturers provide all the necessary plans and paperwork that are necessary for council approval, as the kits are specifically manufactured to meet regulations. This helps speed up the approval process so you can have the kit delivered.

4. Quick Construction

Granny flat kits are designed to go up quickly. They come with all the supplies and plans you need to put it up yourself or for your builder to construct it. There are also modular kits available, which consist of prebuilt sections you erect and attach together. If neither of these options is fast enough for you, then you can find a granny flat modular home that is pre-built and ready to be towed to your property.

5. Design Matching

Many granny flat kit manufacturers provide custom design options. You can have the kit designed to match the architectural style of your main home, for example, for a fully customised experience. There may also be options on cladding type and colour, which can also help you match the granny flat to your home's design.

Contact a manufacturer of granny flat kits to learn more.