FAQs about expandable homes, 2.4m ceilings, permits, product supply, delivery, installation, rural land and custom layouts in Victoria.
An expandable home is a compact transportable home product that is delivered in a smaller form and expanded on site to create more usable living space.
All Our Little Homes categories are designed with a 2.4 metre ceiling height, giving each home a comfortable and practical internal feel
Expandable homes can be suitable for many Victorian properties, including suburban backyards, rural land, farms, acreage properties and regional blocks. Suitability depends on land, access, intended use, council requirements, building permit needs and service connections.
Many customers explore expandable homes as a granny flat-style option for parents, adult children or extended family. Always check with your local council or building surveyor before purchasing, delivering or installing any home.
This depends on your property, zoning, overlays, land conditions and intended use. A small second home up to 60m2 may not require a planning permit in many cases, but special planning controls may still apply. A building permit is still required.
Possibly, but this depends on local council rules, permits, zoning, insurance, safety requirements and short-stay accommodation regulations.
Yes. Our Signature Collection is designed for customers who want a more personalised layout. All Signature layouts are designed with a 2.4 metre ceiling height.
The Nest Collection is compact and simple. The Haven Collection offers more comfort for family or guests. The Homestead Collection is our larger fixed-size range. The Signature Collection allows custom layout options.
Contact us through the website, call our team, use the chat option or complete the quote form. Please share your location, intended use, preferred collection and layout requirements.
Yes. A building permit is still required for small second homes in Victoria.
No. Our Little Homes does not provide delivery services directly. Customers are responsible for arranging delivery, transport, unloading and access to their property.
No. Our Little Homes does not provide installation services directly. Customers are responsible for arranging installation, expansion, placement, foundations, permits, service connections and any required trades.
No. Delivery and installation are not included unless clearly stated in writing.
Where possible, we may share contact details of independent delivery providers, installers or trades. These providers are not employees, agents or representatives of Our Little Homes.
Delivery and installation are the customer’s responsibility. Our Little Homes is not responsible for third-party delivery, installation, access issues, damage during transport, workmanship, delays, approvals, permits, foundations or service connections arranged by the customer.
Expandable homes can be suitable for many rural properties, but approval requirements may vary depending on zoning, overlays, bushfire risk, access, services and intended use.
Site preparation may include access planning, foundation requirements, levelling, service connections, plumbing, electrical work and permit checks.