Expert Building Design in Chifley

Chifley is a peaceful coastal suburb in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, offering a mix of freestanding houses, duplexes, and modern family homes. Known for its open spaces, proximity to the ocean, and relaxed community feel, Chifley is a highly sought-after location for growing families and investors.

DMR Designs provides tailored building solutions in Chifley, ensuring designs that suit the coastal lifestyle while meeting Randwick City Council planning regulations.

We proudly serve Chifley with designs that are modern, functional, and community-focused.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Chifley?

  • Coastal-Friendly Designs: Homes built to maximise light, ventilation, and sea breezes.

  • Family-Focused Layouts: Practical spaces for growing families.

  • Council Knowledge: Expertise in navigating Randwick Council’s planning rules.

  • Sustainability: Energy-efficient designs suited to the coastal environment.

  • Flexible Solutions: Custom homes, duplexes, and secondary dwellings.

Our Chifley designs blend modern coastal living with compliance and practicality.

Randwick Council Requirements for Building in Chifley

 

  • Zoning types

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential (select areas)

  • Setbacks

    • Front setbacks typically 5–6m

    • Side/rear setbacks vary based on lot size and dwelling type

  • Typical lot sizes

    • Detached homes: 400m² – 800m²

    • Duplex/townhouse sites: 300m² – 600m²

  • Key constraints

    • Some areas affected by coastal erosion and flooding considerations

    • Height restrictions to preserve low-rise character

    • Street alignment and neighbourhood consistency required

  • Utilities available

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

Designing in Chifley requires balancing coastal resilience with council compliance.

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

DA vs CDC: What’s Right for Your Chifley 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):

  • Needed for larger homes, duplexes, or when varying council controls.

  • Required for developments near sensitive coastal zones.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for single dwellings and smaller compliant extensions.

  • Faster approvals if all standards are strictly met.

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 Chifley

  • Yes, duplex development may be possible depending on lot size, zoning, and meeting Randwick Council standards.

  • Certain areas closer to the coastline may require additional assessments for flood or erosion risk.

  • Chifley features a mix of modern duplexes, renovated older houses, and contemporary coastal-style homes.

  • While we know the Randwick area well, we also work across many suburbs within the Randwick City Council area, including Coogee, Kensington, Maroubra, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the Randwick 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 coastal-inspired homes to specialized compliance plans, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. We’d love to hear about your Randwick project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Chifley

We provide bespoke designs for single dwellings, duplexes, and townhouses in Chifley, tailored to lifestyle needs and Randwick Council requirements.

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

Discover our Chifley design projects that showcase modern family living with coastal flair.

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With DMR Designs, your dream home in Chifley is possible.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Chifley?

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

starting fresh or upgrading your Randwick 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 Chifley?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire Randwick City Council area. From Coogee and Kensington to Maroubra and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.