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NT : Joins the Growing Phenomena : Granny Flats posted on the 27th May 2014
Territorians can now build a granny flat without as many restrictions
Herald Sun
Dani McDonald
NT News
20 May 2014
Ipswich Granny Flats once again brings you ground breaking news ! Northern Territory is the latest state in Australia to join the growing phenomena : Granny Flats – read on …
Territorians can now build an independent unit, or a granny flat, on their single-dwelling block with fewer restrictions under changes introduced by the Country Liberals Government.
The changes, released last week, will allow the occupant of an independent unit to be someone other than a dependant of a resident from the primary dwelling while also increasing the size of permitted units in rural areas by 30sq m.
Traditionally, granny flats provided an independent living option for grandparents or older children.
Lands, Planning and the Environment Minister Peter Chandler said it was important the Government explored all available housing options to give Territorians choice.
“That choice is being provided, with around 2000 units in the CBD either under construction or with an approved development application, and our urban infill program is providing greater density in inner suburbs,” Mr Chandler said.
Di Brereton, of Bakewell, can now build her own granny flat and create extra income.
“I can also use it for when family come up, and also extra room for an office,” Ms Brereton said. –article–