CITY OF STIRLING · CITY OF JOONDALUP · CITY OF WANNEROO · NORTHERN PERTH SUBURBS
The City of Stirling's established suburbs have some of Perth's best conditions for ancillary dwelling builds, generous lot sizes, no estate covenants, and close proximity to everything. ANWEST builds them properly. Custom ancillary dwellings from established Joondalup suburbs to the growing communities of Alkimos, Eglinton, Yanchep and Two Rocks. Multi-generational living for the northern corridor.
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WHERE WE BUILD
From the coastal strip at Scarborough to the established family suburbs of Balga, Dianella and Mirrabooka, from the established leafy streets of Joondalup to the brand-new coastal estates of Eglinton and Two Rocks, ANWEST builds ancillary dwellings across the full northern suburbs footprint.
Scarborough: Coastal renewal zone, some of Perth's best R-code uplift potential for larger dwellings.
Osborne Park: Well-located inner suburb with solid lot sizes and no covenant complications.
Balga: Larger older lots often with excellent ancillary dwelling potential, underappreciated suburb.
Nollamara: Established family suburb, good block depths ideal for a rear ancillary dwelling.
Mirrabooka: Central northern location, close to amenities and often good block sizes.
Innaloo: Inner ring convenience, proximity to the coast and well-served by transport.
Stirling: Well-established suburb with mature trees and good lot proportions.
Dianella: Popular family suburb on the City of Stirling / Bayswater border, strong demand.
Joondalup: Established northern hub, good lot sizes and strong demand for multi-generational options.
Wanneroo: Semi-rural northern suburb, larger lots with genuine space for a quality secondary dwelling.
Alkimos: Fast-growing coastal estate, we check covenants before any commitment is made.
Eglinton: Perth's newest coastal suburb, estate covenant status is our first check on every lot here.
Yanchep: Growing community with mix of established and new lots, great for family-oriented builds.
Two Rocks: Northern coastal lifestyle, we build where Perth's growth edge meets family living.
Gingin: Rural and rural-residential lots, secondary dwellings assessed under Shire of Gingin provisions.
Lancelin: Coastal lifestyle community, builds that respect the relaxed northern coastal character.
WHY INNER-RING SUITS GRANNY FLATS
Most granny flat marketing focuses on outer suburbs. The reality is that Perth's inner and middle ring suburbs often offer the best conditions for a quality ancillary dwelling build.
Suburbs like Balga, Nollamara and Mirrabooka were developed in the 1960s and 70s when standard lot sizes were considerably larger than today's norms. A 700–900sqm block in these suburbs often provides excellent rear yard space for a well-designed ancillary dwelling with proper setbacks and private outdoor living.
Unlike newer growth-area estates, established City of Stirling suburbs have no covenant restrictions on secondary dwellings. You don't need to check a title and wait out a restriction period — if your lot meets the R-code requirements, you can build.
Parts of the City of Stirling have been subject to density uplift through activity centre and transit-oriented development planning. Higher R-code zoning can allow a larger ancillary dwelling footprint — up to 70sqm in some cases. ANWEST checks your specific lot's current zoning at the initial consultation.
A secondary dwelling in an established inner-ring suburb is worth significantly more than the same building on an outer-ring estate lot — because the land underneath it is worth more. Multi-generational living here is both a lifestyle choice and a strong long-term financial decision.
City of Stirling properties are connected to scheme sewer, which simplifies wastewater planning for the ancillary dwelling significantly compared to rural properties. No septic assessments, no Health Department coordination — the connection is typically straightforward.
Most City of Stirling lots are flat and accessible — no cut-and-fill, no crane complications, no rock excavation. This typically means lower site costs and more predictable project timelines compared to Hills or rural builds.
THREE DISTINCT ZONES, ONE CORRIDOR
Planning rules, estate covenants and site conditions vary significantly across this corridor. We know the difference between building in established Joondalup and brand-new Eglinton.
ESTABLISHED ZONE
Standard R-code residential lots with well-established councils. No covenant concerns on older lots. City of Joondalup and City of Wanneroo both have straightforward DA processes for compliant ancillary dwellings. These blocks often have the space and the right zoning to proceed quickly.
GROWTH ZONE
Newer coastal estates with active or recently expired estate covenants. This is the most common source of eligibility questions in the northern corridor. ANWEST checks your title at the initial consultation — at no cost — so you know exactly where you stand before any design work or approval costs are incurred.
RURAL & REGIONAL
Rural and lifestyle properties under the Shire of Gingin or outer City of Wanneroo zones. Larger lots, different planning provisions, and sometimes septic and water supply considerations. ANWEST builds in these locations and navigates the rural planning framework as part of our standard service.
WHY NORTHERN SUBURBS FAMILIES CHOOSE ANWEST
The northern corridor is one of the most active housing growth areas in Australia. Multi-generational living is a natural fit for a community that values family, space, and coastal lifestyle. Building in an established suburb comes with obligations — to the streetscape, to the neighbours, and to the character of the area. ANWEST designs with that in mind from day one.
Our Colorbond and CFC cladding system is available in a wide range of colours and profiles that can be specified to complement an established streetscape — not clash with it. We talk through material selection as part of the design process.
City of Stirling assesses ancillary dwelling DAs thoroughly. We design to R-code compliance from the first sketch — correct setbacks, correct lot coverage, correct private open space. No redesigns, no re-submissions.
Connecting to scheme services in established suburbs is generally simpler than rural builds, but still needs to be coordinated correctly. We manage all service connections as part of the project — water, sewer, power.
Salt air and wind exposure are real factors in the northern coastal corridor. We specify the correct corrosion-protection grades for steel and Colorbond at each distance from the coast — C3, C4 or marine-grade as required — built into your fixed price.
The northern corridor has Perth's highest concentration of estates with active covenants. We've navigated this for many clients — checking titles, advising on eligibility and helping families understand exactly when they can proceed.
This corridor spans the City of Stirling, City of Joondalup, City of Wanneroo and Shire of Gingin. Each has different requirements. We identify your correct planning authority and submit to the right council the first time.
OUR DESIGNS
Every ANWEST ancillary dwelling is built on a BlueScope steel frame with Colorbond roofing and CFC cladding — the right system for Perth's northern coastal climate.
COMMON QUESTIONS
A: Yes. The City of Stirling permits ancillary dwellings on residentially zoned lots under the State R-Codes. Your primary dwelling must be owner-occupied and the ancillary dwelling must not exceed 60sqm of habitable floor area in most cases (70sqm is permissible in some higher-density zones). ANWEST manages the Development Application on your behalf.
A: No estate covenants — that's one of the great advantages of established suburbs. Ancillary dwelling eligibility in these areas comes down to R-code compliance: lot size, the footprint of the primary dwelling, setbacks, and lot coverage. ANWEST assesses all of these at the initial site visit.
A: Possibly. Parts of Scarborough and the coastal strip have received density uplift through activity centre planning, which can allow ancillary dwellings up to 70sqm in some zones. ANWEST checks your specific lot's current zoning and advises on the maximum permissible size at the initial consultation.
A: Not typically. City of Stirling properties are connected to scheme sewer, and adding a second dwelling connection is a standard process coordinated with Water Corporation. We manage the service connection application as part of the project — it doesn't require Health Department involvement like rural septic builds do.
A: A 1-bedroom ancillary dwelling is typically 20 weeks from slab pour to handover. A 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom build runs approximately 24 weeks. DA approval with the City of Stirling and service connection timeframes are additional to these build periods.
A: Yes. The City of Joondalup permits ancillary dwellings on residentially zoned lots under the State R-Codes. Your primary dwelling must be owner-occupied and the ancillary dwelling must not exceed 60sqm of habitable floor area in most cases. ANWEST manages your DA on your behalf as part of our service.
A: Possibly — it depends on whether your estate's covenant period has expired. Many of these estates imposed restrictions on secondary dwellings for periods of 5–10 years from the original land sale. ANWEST checks your certificate of title at the initial consultation, at no cost, so you know whether you're eligible before spending any money.
A: Yes, and we account for it. Properties in coastal zones require materials specified to the appropriate corrosion category. Our BlueScope steel frame and Colorbond roofing are both available in the correct corrosion protection grades for coastal environments. We specify the right grade for your location's distance from the ocean — included in your fixed price.
A: Yes, in most cases. Both suburbs are within the City of Wanneroo, which permits ancillary dwellings under the R-Codes. Some newer precincts have covenant restrictions — ANWEST confirms your lot's eligibility at the first consultation. Two Rocks' outer and rural-residential lots may also have different planning provisions that we assess for your specific property.
A: A 1-bedroom ancillary dwelling is typically 20 weeks from slab pour to handover. A 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home runs approximately 24 weeks. DA approval timing and service connections are additional — all of which we factor into your project schedule from day one.
Talk to Mark about your property, your family's needs, and what's genuinely possible on your lot.