Expert Building Design in Melonba

Melonba is a new, master-planned suburb in Sydney’s North West Growth Area, offering contemporary housing, family parks, and easy access to employment hubs. It is sought after for modern estates, proximity to Sydney Business Park and the M7, and convenient links to nearby Schofields and Riverstone stations.

DMR Designs provides tailored building solutions in Melonba that reflect the suburb’s fresh residential character while ensuring compliance with Blacktown City Council planning regulations.

We proudly serve Melonba with designs that combine comfort, style, and practicality.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Melonba?

  • Family-Oriented Layouts: Light-filled plans with great flow for everyday living.

  • Suburban Harmony: Facades and materials that complement Melonba’s estate guidelines.

  • Compliance Expertise: Smooth navigation of Blacktown Council controls and SEPP Housing Code.

  • Sustainable Practices: Energy-efficient envelopes and smart orientation for year-round comfort.

  • Adaptable Spaces: Layouts suited to first-home buyers, investors, and multi-generational families.

Our Melonba designs deliver a harmonious balance of style, practicality, and compliance tailored to this suburb.

Blacktown City Council Requirements for Building in Melonba

 

  • Zoning types

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential

  • Setbacks

    • Front setbacks typically 4.5m – 6m

    • Side and rear setbacks vary by dwelling type and lot size

  • Typical lot sizes

    • Detached homes: 300m² – 500m²

    • Townhouse/duplex sites: 250m² – 400m²

  • Key constraints

    • Estate covenants on façade design, fencing, and landscaping

    • 8.5m general height limit for dwellings

    • Solar access, privacy, and on-site parking requirements

  • Utilities available

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

Building in Melonba demands designs that respect the suburb’s estate character while meeting all council standards.

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

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

  • Typically required for multi-dwelling housing, townhouse sites, or designs seeking variations to controls.

  • Necessary for lots affected by flooding, acoustic constraints, or environmental overlays.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for single dwellings, duplexes, and compliant extensions that meet all numerical standards.

  • Allows faster approval for straightforward projects within estate and council rules.

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 Melonba

  • Duplexes may be supported on R2/R3 lots that meet minimum lot area, frontage, setbacks, and parking controls.

  • Yes, many releases include façade, materials, fencing, and landscaping covenants in addition to council requirements.

  • Often yes under CDC, provided the site meets lot size, private open space, and setback standards.

  • While we know the Blacktown area well, we also work across many suburbs within the Blacktown City Council area, including Doonside, Mount Druitt, Quakers Hill, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the Blacktown 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 spacious family homes to specialized compliance plans, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. We’d love to hear about your Blacktown project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Melonba

We offer customised building designs for homes, duplexes, and townhouses fitting Melonba’s character and planning requirements.
From concept to council approval, we ensure compliance, style, and quality.

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

Explore our Melonba portfolio showcasing homes designed for lifestyle, compliance, and local character.

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Building in Melonba requires expert planning and design—exactly what we provide.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Melonba?

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

starting fresh or upgrading your Blacktown City 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 Melonba?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire Blacktown City Council area. From Doonside and Mount Druitt to Quakers Hill and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.