Expert Building Design in Sans Souci

Sans Souci is a waterside suburb known for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, sandy beaches, and leafy residential streets. With a mix of family homes, modern duplexes, and waterfront properties, it attracts both established families and downsizers seeking a quieter pace without sacrificing access to amenities. Its proximity to Botany Bay and Georges River makes it highly desirable for those who love outdoor recreation, boating, and fishing.

DMR Designs creates building solutions in Sans Souci that reflect its unique bayside character while ensuring compliance with Bayside Council planning regulations.

We proudly serve Sans Souci with designs that embrace coastal living, comfort, and functionality.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Sans Souci?

  • Coastal Lifestyle Focus: Homes designed to maximise natural light, ventilation, and water views.

  • Family-Friendly Spaces: Floorplans tailored for growing families near schools, parks, and beaches.

  • Seaside Harmony: Designs that respect the suburb’s leafy and bayside streetscape.

  • Resilient Design: Thoughtful planning for flood-prone and waterfront-adjacent properties.

  • Energy Efficiency: Sustainable solutions suited for breezy, sun-drenched coastal environments.

Our Sans Souci designs balance lifestyle, compliance, and coastal appeal, tailored to this waterside community.

Bayside Council Requirements for Building in Sans Souci

 

  • Zoning types:

    • R2 Low Density Residential

    • R3 Medium Density Residential

  • Setbacks:

    • Front setbacks usually 5m–6m

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

  • Typical lot sizes:

    • Detached homes: 500–800 sqm

    • Duplexes/townhouses: 300–500 sqm per dwelling

  • Key constraints:

    • Flood and coastal risk management near Botany Bay and Georges River

    • Height limits on waterfront properties

    • Parking compliance on narrower residential streets

  • Utilities available:

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

Building in Sans Souci requires designs that blend coastal character with compliance.

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

DA vs CDC: What’s Right for Your Sans Souci 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 waterfront developments, multi-dwelling housing, or variations from CDC controls.

  • Often necessary where flood or coastal overlays apply.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for standard new homes, duplexes, or extensions that meet zoning and planning rules.

  • Streamlined approval option for compliant residential builds.

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 Sans Souci

  • Yes, but subject to zoning, lot size, and strict height/setback controls, especially for water-adjacent properties.

  • Yes, properties near Botany Bay and Georges River may have flood-related restrictions requiring elevated or resilient designs.

  • Salt air and strong breezes mean selecting durable materials and finishes to withstand the environment.

  • While we know the Bayside area well, we also work across many suburbs within the Bayside Council area, including Brighton-Le-Sands, Mascot, Bexley, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the Bayside 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 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 Bayside project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Sans Souci

We offer customised building designs for homes, duplexes, and townhouses that reflect Sans Souci’s coastal lifestyle while ensuring compliance with Bayside Council standards.

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 Sans Souci portfolio showcasing projects designed for waterfront living, lifestyle, and modern comfort.

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Building in Sans Souci requires specialised design expertise to balance coastal living with compliance—and that’s exactly what we provide.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Sans Souci?

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

starting fresh or upgrading your Bayside 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 Sans Souci?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire Bayside Council area. From Brighton-Le-Sands and Mascot to Bexley and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.