Building a new home is exciting, and after experiencing the Allura Lifesize Plans virtual walk-through where you can see your plans literally coming to life, you can truly start to imagine living in your new custom built home.

At this point, you’re understandably keen to move forward with building as quickly as possible. However, a few crucial steps need to take place before building can get underway.

There are two distinct pathways for getting your build approved. If you haven’t gone through the approval process before, it may seem confusing, even daunting. Rest assured, Allura will manage every step, complete all applications, and guide you through the process.

Depending on the size and complexity of your new custom home, and the council catchment you’re building in, we will apply for either a Complying Development Certificate (CDC), or a Development Application (DA).

Here’s a brief snapshot to help you understand the difference between CDC and DA:

Complying Development Certificate (CDC)

CDC is a fast-track approval process for straight forward developments that meet pre-determined standards. It’s code-based, with standard rules and regulations across NSW. The CDC process can even be finalised within eight to 14 days of lodgement.

When you’re keen to get started, a CDC may seem like the obvious pathway to take, but the alternative may be better suited to builds that are larger, more adventurous or complex.

Development Application (DA)

A DA is lodged with the local council for consent to proceed with your development. This is a six-stage process, with rules, regulations and requirements that usually vary by council area. Approval can take four to eight months. The NSW Government has this handy online guide.

Allura will ensure the right approvals are sought, and that applications include all the required details to assist with a smooth progression through the process.

Our end goal is the same as yours – to receive a construction certificate as quickly as possible, to start turning your plans into an exciting reality.

We welcome the opportunity to talk with you about your new home. Drop in to Studio Allura in Lane Cove, or call us on to learn more about how Allura can help you.

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Our designs or customise your own

We have a number of home designs that can take away the stress of the decision-making process but we can also work seamlessly with you to custom build your dream home.

We like to think that building with Allura can offer a boutique experience with the reassurance of tried and tested plans to back up your ideas.

Our extensive design consultations

When you build a custom home with us we don’t ask you to be an expert in interior design. You may have more than a passing interest in interiors or know nothing more than what you like.

That’s why we have designers on our team who will support your vision from the beginning to the end of the project and are available for three days in order to bring your dream home to life.

Our construction expertise

Together we have building homes for over 25 years. We know the approval process inside out, all managed on your behalf, & you have access to your Site Manager more often with scheduled on-site meetings every 2-3 weeks.

Our knowledge of the building process means that we can offer fixed pricing at Allura and there will be no nasty surprises on completion of your house.

We are knockdown rebuild specialists

A large proportion of our work comes through rebuilding on our clients existing block of land. The equity from your land remains with you, you stay in the same location with friends and neighbours. In return, you get your dream home with the support of the Allura Homes warranty.

If you want to see the Allura difference in reality, come and see our design team at our Lane Cove office or give us a call on 02 9420 4122.

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Architectural plans will only go so far in helping you to picture life in your new home. That’s why Lifesize Plans is an important part of the Allura design process. It’s a real-time, digital experience that enables you to be sure that every detail is right, that what you’ve imagined has been captured in the design.

“This unique experience provides Allura customers with the opportunity to actually walk through the floorplan of their new home, and make changes before it’s built,” said Andrew Strachan, Allura Director and General Manager.

Experience a virtual tour of Lifesize Plans

The Lifesize Plans facility offers a virtual tour of your new Allura home, with your architectural plans digitally projected onto a large warehouse floor, displaying the entire floorplan to scale.

You can literally stand in your new kitchen and see exactly how far the island benchtop is from the fridge. Or, how far the lounge will be from the projector screen in the home cinema. You can drive your car into the garage space, and wander through your walk-in wardrobe to the ensuite.

“As well as the excitement of seeing your home come to life around you, Lifesize Plans puts customers at ease,” commented Andrew. “Knowing they’ve got the design just right, and that it will work for their family can ease the anxiety of the new build and instil confidence in the process moving forward.

Lifesize Plans helps Allura customers get a feel for every part of a home, including the outdoor spaces such as swimming pools, landscaping and driveways.  You can even move the walls a little, to visualise how making a room larger or smaller will look.

We welcome the opportunity to talk with you about your new home. Drop in to Studio Allura in Lane Cove, or call us on to learn more about how Allura can help you.

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