The Complete Development Compass — From Concept to Construction- Dual Occupancy & Townhouse Specialists)

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.

Duplex town planning approval

Backyard dual occupancy

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

Stage

Deliverable

Feasibility

Yield & profit modelling

Planning & Subdivision

Full application + title registration

Documentation

Working drawings + specification

Procurement & Build

Builder selection + contract admin

Completion & Handover

Dwelling(s) ready for sale or occupation