Dual Occupancy

A dual occupancy is two dwellings on one lot of land that are either attached or detached, but this does not include a secondary dwelling. Unlike a secondary dwelling, dual occupancy development may be further subdivided.

Dual Occupancy developments are subject to developer contributions payable to Council to account for the increased demand generated by the additional dwelling on the lot on existing public infrastructure, such as roads and community facilities.

Zoning

Dual occupancies may be permissible with consent in the following zones underBellingen Shire Council Local Environmental Plan 2010

Zone

Dual occupancy (detached)

Dual occupancy (attached)

RU1 – Primary production

No

Yes

RU2 - Rural landscape

No

Yes

RU4 - Primary production small lots

No

Yes

R1 - General residential

Yes

Yes

R5 - Large Lot Residential

No

Yes

C2- Environmental conservation

No

No

C3 - Environmental management

No

No

C4 - Environmental living

No

No
 
What are the lot requirements?

The minimum lot size for dual occupancy development varies depending on the zone of the land, whether the site is within a specific locality, and the type of lot.

Can I subdivide my dual occupancy?

Torrens Title subdivision of land is allowed when it is for the erection of a dual occupancy, and the resulting lot size is met. If the application does not meet the requirements, strata subdivision of the dwellings may be allowed.

Note: Subdivision of the land may not occur until the dual occupancy is constructed. 

What approval pathway can I use to apply?

To obtain development consent, you will need to lodge either a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC).

Apply for a DA    Apply for a CDC 

 

Common Questions

Planning on building or renovating and don't know where to start?

 

These Frequently Asked Questions may help guide you.

 

Before you apply

Visit our How can we help page to access the services we provide to assist you prepare your application;

  • Checklists
  • Templates
  • Forms 
  • Mapping systems
  • Days and times we can help you in person

Visit our submitting an application page to read the steps to take to submit a range of applications, including a DA or CDC

Related Documents

Bellingen Shire Council Development Control Plan 2017-2019 (DCP)(PDF, 8MB)

 

Bellingen Shire Council Local Environmental Plan 2010 (LEP)

Council Recommendation

If the application process is unfamiliar with you, or your application is somewhat complex, it is recommended you engage a suitably qualified consultant to ensure the development is designed in accordance with all relevant development standards and complies with the Building Code of Australia.

 

This may eliminate incomplete or insufficient applications being lodged, which can slow down application processing times. 

 

It is recommended to discuss your proposal with your neighbours and consider their concerns to avoid delay in the application process.

 

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