Burwood Council

Can I Build a Secondary Dwelling in Burwood? Approval Pathway Explained

Adding a secondary dwelling or renovating in Burwood? Check your CDC/DA pathway — free initial check.

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Building or renovating in Burwood?

Burwood is one of Sydney's smallest and most densely established LGAs, so most projects here are renovations, extensions, or secondary dwellings rather than new builds on vacant land.

Common projects we see in Burwood: secondary dwellings, renovations, and knock down rebuilds.

Worth checking early: as an established inner suburb, parts of Burwood sit within heritage conservation areas, which can affect what's approvable.

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Not sure if you need a CDC or a DA?

The fastest way to find out is a free property check — a Permit Express planning specialist will review your Burwood address and project and get back to you within one business day. Read our full CDC vs DA guide for the general rules, or get an answer specific to your property below.

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