How to determine which house design will fit on your block - Home Building Hub Ep 35

How to determine which house design will fit on your block - Home Building Hub Ep 35

By , Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: .

Episode 35Sponsored byHome Building Hub

How to determine which house design will fit on your block

11th December 2023 18m 19s

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In this episode, we provide a quick guide to help you work out if a house design will fit on your block. We explain front setbacks, side setbacks and how to work out your backyard length, along with an insight into the different codes in Victoria and how different setbacks apply based on your lot size.

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