<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Mysite]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mysite]]></description><link>https://www.sheltaco.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:16:08 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.sheltaco.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How long does Brisbane council approval actually take?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brisbane council approval (Development Application) typically takes 8–12 weeks  for house extensions, 8–12 weeks  for granny flats, and 10–16 weeks  for duplexes. Impact-assessable applications take 3–6 months . Building Approvals through a private certifier take 2–4 weeks . The single biggest factor in speed is application quality — well-prepared applications get fewer council information requests. Official BCC answer: 25 business days for code-assessable. Real-world answer: 6–12 weeks,...]]></description><link>https://www.sheltaco.com.au/post/how-long-does-brisbane-council-approval-actually-take</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cc800a4c31bb6f64be5576</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:17:27 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>gbliesner</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Architect vs building designer - an honest comparison]]></title><description><![CDATA[An architect  in Queensland holds a five-year degree and is registered with the Board of Architects. A building designer  holds a diploma and is QBCC-licensed for residential buildings (Class 1 and 10). For straightforward residential work, a building designer is often sufficient. For complex sites, heritage properties, multi-dwelling developments or commercial projects, an architect is recommended. At SheltaCo, fees for small projects often overlap with building designer rates. We're...]]></description><link>https://www.sheltaco.com.au/post/architect-vs-building-designer-an-honest-comparison</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cc7fb54c31bb6f64be54d4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:15:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>gbliesner</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building approval vs development approval, what's the difference?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Queensland, a Development Application (DA)  goes to council and deals with planning — whether your project is allowed under the planning scheme. A Building Approval (BA)  goes to a private certifier and deals with the building code — structural safety, fire, energy efficiency. Most significant renovations, extensions and new builds in Brisbane need both . There are two separate approval systems in Queensland that deal with different questions entirely. Development Approval (DA) Goes to...]]></description><link>https://www.sheltaco.com.au/post/building-approval-vs-developmetn-approval-what-s-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cc7f227d31fe550c657528</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:13:13 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>gbliesner</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much does  a granny flat really cost?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A granny flat in Brisbane costs between $200,000 and $450,000  total for design, approvals, site works, construction and service connections. Architectural fees are $5,000–$12,000 . Brisbane City Council allows secondary dwellings up to 80 square metres  on most residential lots. A Development Application is almost always required, taking 8–12 weeks for approval. Total cost $200K – $450K Architect fees $5K – $12K Max size (BCC) 80m² DA timeline 8–12 weeks The short answer For a properly...]]></description><link>https://www.sheltaco.com.au/post/how-much-does-a-granny-flat-really-cost</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cc7caebc536ac286aa4dfb</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:04:55 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>gbliesner</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>