§ 01 / BUILDERS · HORNSBY
T/BUILD delivers high-quality renovations, extensions, new builds, and granny flats across Hornsby Shire. From heritage bungalows on larger blocks to bushfire-overlay properties, we navigate Hornsby Shire Council requirements with confidence.
From $1,500/m²
Full or partial renovations for Hornsby's 1960s–80s brick homes. We update kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, and second storeys.
From $1,500/m²
Learn MoreRear, side, and second-storey extensions designed for Hornsby's generous block sizes. We manage Hornsby Shire Council DAs from start to finish.
From $3,200/m²
Learn MoreComplying development granny flats under SEPP provisions — perfect for Hornsby's larger suburban blocks. Ideal for rental income or multigenerational living.
From $150,000
Learn MoreKnockdown-rebuild and new construction on Hornsby's generous lots. We handle bushfire-overlay assessments (BAL ratings) as part of our standard process.
From $2,200/m²
Learn MoreTargeted kitchen and bathroom upgrades that add real value to Hornsby family homes. Fixed-price contracts with no surprises.
From $28,000
Learn MoreHornsby Shire is a large, diverse LGA stretching from the upper North Shore to the Central Coast border. With bushland interfaces, larger blocks, and a mix of property types, building here requires local knowledge.
Most significant renovations and all new builds require a Development Application (DA) through Hornsby Shire Council. We prepare compliant plans that meet the Hornsby Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and Development Control Plan (DCP) requirements.
Many Hornsby properties are affected by bushfire prone land overlays. We assess your Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) rating and ensure all construction meets AS 3959 standards — critical for insurance and certification.
Hornsby blocks are among the most generous in Greater Sydney. This creates real opportunity for dual occupancies, granny flats, and large extensions. We help you maximise yield within council controls.
Many Hornsby homes built before 1985 contain asbestos sheeting. T/BUILD uses licensed removalists and follows SafeWork NSW protocols to manage this safely and legally before any renovation work begins.
We visit your Hornsby property, assess the site, and discuss your goals.
We prepare plans and manage the council DA or CDC approval process.
You receive a transparent, itemised quote with no hidden costs.
Our team builds to schedule and hands over a certified, finished home.
Minor internal renovations can often proceed as Complying Development under the State Environmental Planning Policy. However, structural changes, additions over 50m², or work on heritage-listed properties require a full DA through Hornsby Shire Council. We assess your project and recommend the fastest approval pathway.
If your land is mapped as bushfire prone, construction must comply with AS 3959 Construction in Bushfire-Prone Areas. This affects material selection, ember guards, window design, and setbacks. T/BUILD handles the BAL assessment and compliant design as part of our standard project delivery.
Hornsby's generous block sizes often qualify for complying development granny flats under the SEPP (Housing Diversity) 2021. The block generally needs to be 450m² or more for a detached granny flat. We assess your specific lot and advise on the quickest approval pathway.
Hornsby Shire Council typically determines residential DAs within 40–60 days from lodgement, provided documentation is complete. Complex applications or those requiring specialist reports (bushfire, biodiversity) may take longer. We submit complete applications to avoid requests for information.
Yes. We coordinate licensed Class A or Class B asbestos removalists as required by SafeWork NSW. All asbestos is disposed of at approved facilities with proper documentation. The cost is included transparently in your project quote.