Planning a Modular Build in Queensland? Read This First
Modular doesn’t mean skipping the rules. Whether your home is built in a factory or on a slab, the same principles of compliance apply.
If you’re considering the modular path in Queensland, here are some key things to look out for:
1. Energy Efficiency
Your modular home must meet minimum energy efficiency standards. This can be tricky with compact designs, especially when insulation, glazing, or ventilation hasn’t been factored in early.
2. Site-Specific Constraints
Is your property located in a bushfire-prone area? Near an airport or within a designated noise corridor? These overlays still apply — modular or not — and must be addressed in your building application.
3. Livable Housing Compliance
With updated codes requiring livable housing design features, smaller modular homes can face challenges meeting circulation space and access requirements unless carefully designed from the outset.
Plan Before You Build
Before you purchase land or move too far into the design stage, it’s worth sitting down with a qualified Town Planner or Building Certifier. They can help you identify any planning or building constraints on your site, so you can make informed decisions and avoid costly rework down the track.
Bottom line: Modular can be an efficient and flexible housing solution — but like any build, it pays to do your homework early.
Photos by Andrew Mackey
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