Bulli couple told two modular homes on one block makes it an 'estate'
A couple in Bulli, Australia, is facing planning hurdles after their local council classified their plan to build two modular homes on one block as a 'manufactured housing estate.' The couple is advocating for legislative changes to remove the distinction between modular and traditional homes to help address housing affordability.
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This highlights the regulatory barriers that can hinder innovative, affordable housing solutions in suburban areas.
Chris Robinson and Caitlin Holme have not been able to gain permission to start building. ( ABC News: Grace Crivellaro )
Caitlin Holme and Chris Robinson have for two years been trying to build a second modular home on a large subdivided block in Bulli.
Their proposal has twice been rejected by the Wollongong City Council, which classifies two modular homes on one property as a "manufactured housing estate".
Legislation introduced to NSW parliament proposes to remove the distinction between modular and traditionally built homes.
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For two years Caitlin Holme and Chris Robinson have been trying to build a modular home on a large subdivided block they bought with Ms Holme's sister.
The problem is, Ms Holme's sister has her own modular home there.
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