Expert Building Design in Harris Park

Harris Park is a lively, multicultural suburb known for its diverse housing stock including older single-family homes, townhouses, and new apartment complexes. Its proximity to Parramatta’s CBD and excellent transport links make it popular among families and young professionals.

DMR Designs provides customised building design services in Harris Park, delivering projects that respect the suburb’s character and comply with City of Parramatta planning standards.

We proudly serve Harris Park with designs that balance modern comfort, style, and practical urban living.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Harris Park?

  • Family-Centric Layouts: Homes designed for comfort, flow, and liveability.

  • Suburban Elegance: Designs that blend with Harris Park’s vibrant, diverse community.

  • Compliance Expertise: Navigating City of Parramatta’s planning controls with precision.

  • Sustainable Living: Energy-efficient designs suited to urban lifestyles.

  • Versatile Solutions: Customised spaces for families, professionals, and multi-generational living.

Our Harris Park designs deliver a blend of style, function, and compliance tailored to the suburb’s dynamic character.

The City of Parramatta Council Requirements for Building in Harris Park

 

  • Zoning types

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential

    • B2 Local Centre

  • Setbacks

    • Front setbacks generally 4.5m–6m for residential lots

    • Side and rear setbacks vary by dwelling and lot size

  • Typical lot sizes

    • Detached homes: 400m²–700m²

    • Townhouse sites: 250m²–350m²

  • Key constraints

    • Heritage overlays affecting some areas

    • Height and bulk controls in commercial zones

    • Parking and traffic management

  • Utilities available

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

Building in Harris Park requires designs sensitive to heritage and planning regulations, ensuring harmony with the evolving neighbourhood.

For detailed council regulations and submission guidelines, visit the City of Parramatta Council website.

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

Wether its a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC), we’ll help you determine the fastest and most compliant approval pathway.

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

DA (Development Application):

  • Required for multi-dwelling, mixed-use, or projects seeking CDC variations.

  • Necessary for developments in heritage or environmental overlay areas.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for duplexes, extensions, and compliant new builds within R2 zones.

  • Enables quicker approval for straightforward applications.

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 Harris Park

  • Yes, we offer specialised designs for residential and commercial mixed-use projects.

  • Yes, we ensure all designs comply with heritage overlays where applicable.

  • Absolutely, we handle all council documentation and approvals.

  • While we know the Parramatta area well, we also work across many suburbs within the City of Parramatta, including Epping, Carlingford, Dundas, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the City of Parramatta 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 urban designs to specialized compliance plans, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. We’d love to hear about your Parramatta project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Harris Park

We create bespoke designs for homes, townhouses, and mixed-use projects tailored to Harris Park’s dynamic environment.

From concept to council approval, we deliver designs that satisfy regulations and client goals.

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

View our Harris Park portfolio featuring projects that balance modern design with heritage sensitivity.

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Home Designs

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Building in Harris Park requires planning expertise and attention to detail — we bring these to every project.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Harris Park?

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

starting fresh or upgrading an existing 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 Harris Park?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire City of Parramatta area. From Epping and Carlingford to Dundas and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.