Expert Building Design in Werrington County

Werrington County is a leafy Western Sydney suburb known for its family-oriented lifestyle, generous block sizes, and quiet residential streets. With parks, schools, and shopping centres nearby, it provides a relaxed suburban atmosphere while maintaining strong access to Penrith, St Marys, and the M4 Motorway. It’s a popular choice for families seeking space, comfort, and convenience.

DMR Designs provides customised building solutions in Werrington County that reflect the suburb’s spacious residential character, ensuring compliance with Penrith City Council’s development standards.

We proudly serve Werrington County with designs that deliver style, liveability, and quality.

Why Choose DMR Designs for Building Design in Werrington County?

  • Family-Oriented Layouts: Functional homes with flowing spaces for everyday living.

  • Suburban Harmony: Designs tailored to Werrington County’s wide streets and leafy environment.

  • Compliance Expertise: Skilled in navigating Penrith Council’s zoning and development guidelines.

  • Sustainable Practices: Smart energy-efficient designs to suit modern households.

  • Adaptable Spaces: Flexible layouts ideal for families, entertainers, and multi-generational living.

Our Werrington County designs combine lifestyle-focused layouts with compliance and quality.

Penrith Council Requirements for Building in Werrington County

 

  • Zoning types

    • R2 (Low Density Residential)

  • Setbacks

    • Front setbacks: generally 5.5–6 m

    • Rear setbacks: typically 6 m, with 4 m permitted for single-storey homes

    • Side setbacks: usually 900 mm–1.5 m, depending on lot width and design

  • Typical lot sizes

    • Detached homes: 600–800 m², often larger than surrounding suburbs

    • Duplex/dual occupancy: minimum 650 m² attached, 750 m² detached

  • Key constraints

    • Maximum building height capped at 8.5 m

    • Minimum landscaped area requirement of 50% for residential lots

    • Low-density zoning restricts multi-dwelling housing types

  • Utilities available

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

Designing in Werrington County requires respect for its spacious blocks and suburban setting while complying with council planning controls.

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

DA vs CDC: What’s Right for Your Werrington County 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 dual occupancies, larger-scale developments, or designs seeking variations to lot sizes or setbacks.

  • Required for sites with overlays such as bushfire-prone land.

CDC (Complying Development Certificate):

  • Suitable for new single dwellings, duplexes, or extensions that meet zoning and building standards.

  • Enables faster approvals for straightforward 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 Werrington County

  • Werrington County was planned with spacious lots and wide streets, giving residents more room for larger homes and landscaping.

  • Yes, duplexes are permitted if minimum lot sizes are met—650 m² for attached and 750 m² for detached dual occupancies.

  • Yes, the R2 zoning generally limits development to single dwellings and dual occupancies, preserving the suburb’s low-density character.

  • While we know the Penrith area well, we also work across many suburbs within the Penrith City Council area, including St Marys, Emu Plains, Jordan Springs, and more. Additionally, we are available for select projects up to 4 hours away from the Penrith 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 large acreage properties to specialized compliance plans, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. We’d love to hear about your Penrith project and how we can assist.

Our Building Design Services in Werrington County

We provide tailored designs for family homes, extensions, and duplexes, ensuring each project fits Werrington County’s suburban landscape and Penrith Council’s planning standards. From initial plans to final approvals, we focus on quality and compliance.

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 Werrington County portfolio, highlighting homes that combine space, function, and local character.

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Building in Werrington County requires careful planning and design expertise—exactly what DMR Designs delivers.

Ready to Start Designing Your New Home in Werrington County?

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

starting fresh or upgrading your Penrith 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 Werrington County?

DMR Designs proudly works with homeowners across the entire Penrith City Council area. From St Marys and Emu Plains to Jordan Springs and beyond, we bring the same personalized design approach to every project—no matter where you call home.