What is subdivision?
Subdivision is the creation of separate land titles from a single property, that originally accommodated a single residence, which enables the potential for multiple smaller properties to be built on the original block.
What are the common r-codes in WA?
In Western Australia, the Residential Design Codes (often referred to as R-Codes) provide a range of density coding’s which influence the number of dwellings that can be developed on a parcel of land. The primary R-Code zonings are R10, R12.5, R15, R20, R25, R30, R35, R40, R50, R60, R80, R100, R160.
What is the minimum land size for subdivision in WA?
The minimum land size for subdivision would be the minimum allowed block size per dwelling for your area (defined by your suburbs r-code), multiplied by the 2 (the smallest number of subdivisions possible).
- For R-20 each subdivided block would require approximately 450sqm
- For R-30 each subdivided block would require approximately 300sqm
- For R-40 each subdivided block would require approximately 220sqm
- For R-60 each subdivided block would require approximately 150sqm
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How long does it take to subdivide in WA
Without any construction of dwellings included you can expect around 8-9 months to subdivide your property in WA if all goes smoothly. Including construction, you are looking at a timeline of up to 18 months in total to complete the project.
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What factors will influence the cost of subdividing my block?
The most common factors that may influence the cost of subdividing include: the size of the land and it’s zoning category (R-code), local government fees including applications and any service and infrastructure charges (if applicable), any earth works required, surveyor fees, and legal and administrative costs such as land titling.
Are there any government grants or incentives available for subdivision projects?
There are limited government grants and incentives that may be available for subdivision projects in Western Australia. Speak to our consultants today to get a better understanding of what may be available to you based on your circumstances.
What are the potential tax implications of subdividing my property?
Subdividing your property may have several tax implications depending on your situation, including Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Goods and Services Tax (GST), Land Tax and Income Tax.
Once subdivided, will I have any ongoing responsibilities or obligations related to the new lots?
Some of the responsibilities and obligations that may apply to you after your subdivision include: maintaining any common areas, services and infrastructure; complying to local government planning and building codes; applicable taxes and local government rates; community titles or strata management regarding governance and management of shared facilities.
