Garage Conversions in Melbourne
Reimagine your garage as a beautiful, high-functioning extension of your home — with Radevo’s trusted renovation expertise.
Planning a Garage Conversion in Victoria?
Here’s What You Need to Know
Garage conversions are a smart, cost-effective way to add usable space to your home—without the expense of a full extension. But before you start building that guest suite or home office, it’s essential to understand your legal obligations.
In Victoria, most garage conversions do require council approval. From permits to paperwork, navigating compliance can feel overwhelming—but that’s where Radevo makes it simple.
When Is Council Approval Required for Garage Conversions?
In Victoria, you’ll generally need a building permit when converting a garage into any type of habitable room (e.g. a bedroom, studio, home office, or rental unit).
Council approval is required if your conversion involves:
- Changing the use of the space (non-habitable to habitable)
- Adding or altering plumbing, electrical, or structural elements
- Insulating walls, raising floors, or adding windows/doors
- Creating a self-contained living space or rental unit
In some cases, you may also need a planning permit—especially if your property has specific zoning, overlays, or heritage constraints.
What Documents & Approvals Are Needed?
Here’s what typically needs to be submitted:
- Architectural plans of the proposed changes
- Energy efficiency reports (6-star rating compliance)
- Soil reports or structural engineering (if modifying the slab or frame)
- Building permit from a registered Building Surveyor
- Planning permit (if applicable to your zoning)
- Compliance certificates for plumbing, electrical, and insulation
With Radevo, you don’t need to worry about chasing all of this—we manage every step for you.
How Radevo Simplifies the Permit Process
At Radevo, we handle the entire journey—from your first idea to final council sign-off:
Free Discovery Consultation – We assess zoning, structure, and permit feasibility
Design + Quoting – Practical layouts backed by clear, fixed pricing
Planning & Compliance – Our experts prepare and lodge all necessary approvals
Build & Deliver – Certified construction delivered to spec, on time
Final Handover – You receive a code-compliant, move-in ready space
Our clients enjoy a stress-free process with full transparency, legal peace of mind, and high-quality results that meet Victoria’s building standards.
Why Garage Conversions Make Sense
- Maximise existing space without altering your home’s footprint
- Add rental income potential through a self-contained unit
- Build a functional office, studio, or gym tailored to your lifestyle
- Increase liveable area and long-term property value
- Avoid the delays and costs of full extensions or new builds
The Radevo Difference
- Customised designs for real-life use
- Full-service permit & compliance management
- No hidden costs—just fixed quotes
- Vetted, reliable professionals every step of the way
- uality guarantee on finishes and workmanship
FAQs
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Let Radevo Handle the Red Tape
Don’t let permits, paperwork, or red tape hold you back. With Radevo Living, garage conversions are smooth, legal, and designed for maximum return.
Book your free consultation today and let’s transform your underused garage into a beautiful, functional space.
