Browse Forums Renovation + Home Improvement 1 Nov 07, 2012 1:49 pm I've been wanting to do a 2nd floor extension on our duplex for some time now, but not sure if there are any restrictions or where to go for advice. The home isn't strata, but seeing as we share a wall I'm assuming there might be some limitations...? Any advice would be appreciated. Re: Duplex Extension 2Nov 13, 2012 10:51 am Familiarise yourself with the BCA rules for party walls regarding fire separation and sound insulation. Any decent draftie or architect should be able to advise you. Then there are just the council rules for floor ratios, side boundary envelope etc to satisfy. Stewie Even if it's not being sub-divided and you want to keep it as Torrens title, you will still need to talk to a town planner or Council themselves, to see if they will allow… 1 10791 Give Jonathan a call. Tell him you know me. He is in my opinion the best surveyor I have ever worked with. His number is 0425 285 622 All the best Simeon 3 12288 2 6109 |