The Complete Development Compass — From Concept to Construction- Dual Occupancy & Townhouse Specialists)
- Swarup Dutta
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
Why a Development Compass?
Every development journey needs clear direction: Will it stack up? Will it get approved? Will it build efficiently? At AU Architecture, we provide the structure that takes your development from concept to construction — reducing risk and increasing return.
No stress. No conflicting advice. No endless council delays.
Feasibility – Test the Numbers First
We believe in setting your project up for success before design begins.
Yield analysis and site constraints
Cost modelling (land, build, professional fees, contingency)
Holding cost & finance impact
Approval risk review
Using our experience with 250+ subdivision and dual occupancy permits, we bring real‑world data to your early decisions.
Example Dual Occupancy Assumptions
Side‑by‑side dual occupancy on ~700 sqm block
Two 3‑bed homes, ~160 sqm each
Construction cost $2,650/m²
Sales value $1.15 m each
Holding period 14‑18 months
Finance rate ~6.25%
Professional fees ~9%
Contingency ~7%
With those metrics, you achieve a developer margin in the ≈17‑18% range.
Town Planning & Subdivision – Navigating the Red Tape
Planning approvals can make or break a project.We manage:
Town Planning documentation & lodgement
Council & referral communications
Subdivision and title registration
Strategy to avoid objections and unnecessary redesign
We understand Victorian residential planning inside‑out — and we fight for your yield.
Design & Documentation – Build Efficiently From Day One
Our design strategy is aligned with construction realities:
Structure and floor‑plate designed for cost‑efficiency
Documentation coordinated with engineers & surveyors
Quality drawings reduce builder queries & variations
Build‑efficiency embedded in design
Construction & Cost Control – Protecting the Bottom Line
Accurate build cost per square metre for your region
Contingency built‑in (typically 5‑10%)
Holding cost calculated (finance, marketing, sales)
Cashflow and sensitivity tested (price up/down, cost up/down)
The Development Compass – Our Workflow
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