Expert Building Design in Belfield

Belfield is a vibrant suburb located in Sydney’s Inner West, blending residential charm with urban convenience. It offers a mix of post-war houses, modern duplexes, and townhouses, making it popular with families, professionals, and investors. With proximity to parks, schools, and major transport routes, Belfield provides a balanced lifestyle in a central location.

DMR Designs delivers tailored building solutions in Belfield that reflect its suburban character while aligning with Strathfield Council’s planning regulations.

We proudly serve Belfield with designs that combine comfort, function, and compliance.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Belfield?

  • Family-Oriented Layouts: Smart designs for comfort, space, and easy living.

  • Suburban Harmony: Homes designed to integrate seamlessly into Belfield’s established streetscapes.

  • Compliance Expertise: In-depth understanding of Strathfield Council planning controls.

  • Sustainable Practices: Energy-efficient features for modern living.

  • Adaptable Spaces: Flexible layouts for families, professionals, and downsizers.

Our Belfield designs balance lifestyle needs with council requirements, ensuring a smooth building process.

Strathfield Council Requirements for Building in Belfield

 

  • Zoning types

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential

  • Setbacks

    • Front setbacks: usually 5–8m depending on street character.

    • Side setbacks: minimum 900mm for single-storey, 1.5m for two-storey.

    • Rear setbacks: typically 3–6m.

  • Typical lot sizes

    • Detached homes: 450–650 sqm

    • Townhouse/duplex sites: 600 sqm+ with at least 15m frontage

  • Key constraints

    • Strict height limits (usually max 8.5m for houses).

    • Heritage considerations in some streets.

    • Streetscape and character consistency required.

  • Utilities available

    • Fully serviced with water, sewer, gas, electricity, and NBN.

Building in Belfield requires designs that align with local character while meeting Strathfield Council’s planning framework.

For detailed council regulations and submission guidelines, visit the Strathfield Council website.

DA vs CDC: What’s Right for Your Belfield Project?

Whether it’s a Development Application (DA) or a Complying Development Certificate (CDC), we’ll guide you in finding the fastest and most compliant approval pathway—anywhere in New South Wales.

Here’s a quick breakdown to help you understand the difference:

DA (Development Application):

  • Required for townhouses, dual occupancies, and any proposal seeking variations.

  • Applies to sites in heritage conservation areas.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for single dwellings, extensions, and secondary dwellings that comply with zoning.

  • Provides faster approval for straightforward projects.

Need help figuring out which route suits your site? We’ll assess your block and walk you through your options.

 

FAQs About Building Design in Belfield

  • Yes, especially on wider blocks with R2 or R3 zoning, duplex projects are increasingly popular.

  • In most cases, yes—but under CDC, secondary dwellings can often be approved if lot size and frontage requirements are met.

  • A mix of post-war brick homes, modern duplexes, and townhouses dominate the suburb, with many new builds adopting contemporary styles.

  • While we know the Strathfield area well, we also work across many suburbs within the Strathfield Council area, including Homebush, Strathfield South, Belfield, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the Strathfield Council area.

  • Cost depends on the scope of your project. We’ll walk you through pricing during your discovery call so you know exactly what to expect.

Ready to take the next step?

From modern duplex designs to specialized compliance plans, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. We’d love to hear about your Strathfield project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Belfield

We provide tailored designs for homes, duplexes, and townhouses that meet Belfield’s unique planning requirements.
From concept to approval, we deliver designs that combine compliance, comfort, and lifestyle.

What to Expect: Our Building Design Timeline

A step-by-step look at how we take your project from concept to council approval and beyond.

Every project starts with a discovery call and ends with council-approved, build-ready plans.

Here’s how we make it easy from start to finish:

Step 1 - Discovery Call

  • Let’s chat! We’ll have a quick call to understand your project and see how we can help.

Step 2 -Site Visit & Consultation (5–7 days)

  • We’ll meet at your site (or virtually), take a closer look, and discuss your vision in detail.

Step 3 - Fee Proposal (2 days)

  • You’ll get a clear, no-surprises proposal with the scope, timeline, and costs.

Step 4 - Concept Design (4 weeks)

  • We’ll create initial design ideas and layouts tailored just for you.

Step 5 - Design Development & Expert Coordination (2 weeks)

  • We’ll fine-tune the design and collaborate with any needed specialists (engineer, energy consultant, town planner, geo tech engineer, bushfire, heritage consultant, etc).

Step 6 - Final Adjustments (1 week)

  • We’ll polish everything and prepare the final drawings for submission.

Step 7 - Submission for Approval

  • We handle the council or certifier submission, so you’re ready for the next steps.

Want the full breakdown?

View our detailed process here.

From Plans to Reality: See How It All Comes Together

Browse our Belfield portfolio of homes that balance design excellence with compliance.

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Home Designs

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Building in Belfield requires expert planning and creativity—exactly what we deliver at DMR Designs.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Belfield?

We’re here to help you take the next step, whether you’re

starting fresh or upgrading your Strathfield home.

We’d love to hear what you have in mind. Book a discovery call or send us a message, and we’ll be in touch within 48 hours.

Not based in Belfield?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire Strathfield Council area. From Homebush and Strathfield South to Belfield and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.