Building in New Farm: Knockdown Rebuild, Granny Flat & Duplex Guide
Brisbane City Council (QLD) · Indicative rules and costs for homeowners · 中文报告同样支持
Min lot (KDR)
400㎡
Max height
9.5m
Setbacks (front/side)
6m / 1.5m
DA timeline
16–36 wks
Fast-track CDC
Usually DA only
Build cost
$2200–$3400/㎡
📊 Indicative ranges from council planning controls and recent market data — not quotes, and individual blocks vary.
Flood overlay critical - 2011 and 2022 floods. Character/Heritage overlay in inner suburbs. Pre-lodgement meeting recommended.
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Can I knock down and rebuild in New Farm?
Generally yes — Brisbane City Council requires a minimum lot of around 400㎡ for a standard knockdown rebuild, with a maximum building height of 9.5m. Most projects need a full DA (development application).
How long does council approval take in New Farm?
A DA through Brisbane City Council typically takes 16–36 weeks in practice.
How much does it cost to build in New Farm?
Typical build costs around New Farm run $2,200–$3,400 per square metre of floor area, plus demolition of roughly $16,000–$28,000. These are indicative ranges, not quotes.
Can I build a granny flat in New Farm?
Most QLD councils allow secondary dwellings subject to lot size and overlay rules — check Brisbane City Council's planning scheme or run a free feasibility report.
What are the main risks for building projects in New Farm?
For the Brisbane City Council area: heritage risk is medium, flood risk is high, bushfire risk is low. Flood overlay critical - 2011 and 2022 floods. Character/Heritage overlay in inner suburbs. Pre-lodgement meeting recommended.
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This page provides general guidance for the Brisbane City Council area and is not advice about any specific property. Planning controls change — always confirm with council or run a block-specific feasibility report. © 2026 AusBuildCircle 澳洲建房圈.