Nook Minor Dwellings

Building a Minor Dwelling in New Zealand

Granny Flat, Self Contained Unit, Detached House, Minor Dwelling, differing names that all form the same end result - an additional dwelling on your site that provides an excellent solution for those seeking solutions to; making space for extended families, earn rental income, or extend your home to create private space for growing families. 
When you choose to build with Nook these compact homes are also a high quality, architecturally designed and savvy investment when looking to maximise the long term return on your property’s potential.
In recent years, the popularity of granny flats, also known to us at Nook as minor dwellings, has surged across New Zealand. With the proposed changing legislation around building consents, it’s an exciting time for if you’re looking to add value and versatility to your property. Nooks Minor Dwelling range offers those seeking a Granny flat with the high quality low maintenance features of Nooks, designed to meet the needs of modern living while complying with the latest regulations.

New Legislation: What’s Changing?

The New Zealand government has recently addressed changes to the legislation surrounding ‘granny flats’. These changes are aimed at simplifying the process, making it easier for homeowners to build minor dwellings without the need for extensive paperwork and costly consents. The key updates are proposed to include:

  1. Simplified Consent Process: Previously, obtaining consent for a granny flat was a lengthy and complicated process. The new regulations streamline this, reducing the time and cost involved.
  2. Increased Size Limits: The maximum allowable size for a minor dwelling has been increased, giving homeowners more flexibility in design and use.
  3. Zoning Flexibility: New zoning laws allow for more properties to qualify for granny flats, expanding the opportunities for homeowners across New Zealand.
  4. Sustainability Requirements: The new legislation encourages sustainable building practices, ensuring that new granny flats are energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

Benefits of Building a minor dwelling on your property

  1. Additional Income: Renting out a granny flat can provide a steady source of income. With the high demand for rental properties in New Zealand, a well-designed minor dwelling can quickly pay for itself.
  2. Family Accommodation: Granny flats offer a convenient solution for accommodating family members, whether it’s elderly parents, young adults, or extended family visiting from abroad.
  3. Increased Property Value: Adding a minor dwelling can significantly boost your property’s value. It’s an attractive feature for potential buyers, offering versatility and additional living space.
  4. Work-from-Home Space: In the era of remote work, having a separate space dedicated to your home office can enhance productivity and work-life balance.

Why Choose Nook Minor Dwelling for Your Granny Flat?

Nook are specialists in architecturally designed modular homes. From minor dwellings, to homes of 250 square metres and above, we believe that location shouldn't be a barrier to having your dream home on your special site in paradise. 
  • Architecturally Designed: Functionality, comfort and a touch of luxury through contemporary design. Nook is proud to have a team of globally qualified design professionals in our team, giving you the highest standards of design and construction.
  • Delivered and Connected to anywhere you choose: Our modular, prefabricated systems allow us to build, deliver and assemble Nooks in hard-to-reach locations and parts of the country with limited trade supply. So if you have the most unique, difficult to reach site in New Zealand, know that your Nook can be delivered there.
  • Finishing and Quality: Nooks come standard with high-quality materials, fittings, surfaces and finishes. You’ll appreciate the quality and longevity of your choices as we prefer to specify New Zealand products when possible, and to well known brands with a proven track record.
  • End to End Service: There’s less to worry about with us. Architecture, design, construction, project management, transport and installation of your new home are all part of our service.
Start Your Journey Today
If you’re considering adding a granny flat to your property once the legislation changes, now is the perfect time to begin planning. Contact Nook to learn more about our minor dwellings and how we can help you create the perfect addition to your home.

Ready to Transform Your Dream into Reality? Book a free consultation with our team today.