Knockdown and Rebuild

Homeowners – Redesign Your Home to Suit Your Changing Needs and Lifestyle

At CJ Homes, we understand that your needs can change over time. Your family may have grown, and you need more space, or your children may have moved out, leaving you with a home that no longer suits your lifestyle.

Perhaps you're looking to downsize, simplify maintenance, or transition from a high-set home to a single-level design with modern comforts and accessibility features for future needs.

A knockdown rebuild will provide you with the opportunity to create a home that better suits your current and future lifestyle, without leaving the neighbourhood you love. Stay close to family, friends, healthcare facilities, shopping and entertainment while enjoying the comfort and benefits of a brand-new home.

Property Investors – Maximise Your Investment Potential

A knockdown rebuild offers property investors a smart approach to unlock the full potential of their existing land. Replace an ageing or outdated property with a modern, purpose-designed home that appeals to today's tenants and market demands. With the flexibility to incorporate secondary dwelling options, you can create additional rental yield, improve rental appeal and potentially increase the long-term value of your investment.

Looking to Buy?

Consider purchasing an older home in an established suburb with the potential to knock it down and build new. Larger blocks, desirable locations, coastal views or proximity to beaches and parklands can offer excellent potential.

Before committing to a purchase, it's critical to understand the site's demolition eligibility, heritage restrictions, planning requirements and building potential. Our Knockdown Rebuild Essentials Pack brings together the key investigations, assessments and planning checks to help you make an informed decision with confidence.

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Renovate or Rebuild?

Renovations can often be more complex and costly than anticipated, with potential hidden issues such as structural damage, termites, mould, outdated electrical systems, and water damage adding unexpected expenses. Achieving your desired result can also be difficult when working within the limitations of an existing home.

A knockdown rebuild enables you to start fresh with a home designed around your needs, lifestyle and budget. Rather than spending money adapting an older home, you can choose from our easily modified designs or create something unique through our Custom Design and Build service.

Planning a Knockdown and Rebuild

Key considerations before getting started:

1. Demolition Approval: Check Council requirements.

2. Demolition Costs: Allow for removal and disposal costs.

3. Asbestos: Arrange specialist assessment if suspected.

4. Land Survey: Confirm boundaries and existing services.

5. Service Disconnections: Arrange sewer and power disconnections if required.

6. Development Approval: Check planning restrictions and Council requirements.

7. Soil Testing: Assess soil conditions and foundation requirements.

Not sure where to start?  Our Knockdown Rebuild Essentials Pack brings together the key investigations, assessments and planning checks to help you understand your site's potential before committing to a build.

Experts in Knocking Down and Rebuilding New Homes

Not all builders want to get involved in Knockdown and Rebuilds. At CJ Homes we love a challenge.  Whether your existing home is on a narrow block, acreage, sloping block, or multiple titles, we can help bring your vision of a brand new home to life.

Getting Started

Our experienced New Home Specialists will guide you through the knockdown rebuild process, including approvals, site requirements, and selecting the right design for your block.

Choose from our range of easily modified home designs to save on drafting costs, or work with our Building Design team to create a custom home tailored to your needs, block and Council requirements.

Once your design, contract, finance, and approvals are in place, we'll help coordinate demolition and move your project towards construction.

Complete the form below to start planning your knockdown rebuild with CJ Homes.