Want a home that fits your block, lifestyle and budget without leaving the Inner West? Clover Homes designs and builds bespoke homes across Balmain, Rozelle, Lilyfield, Annandale, Leichhardt, Petersham, Stanmore, Newtown, Enmore, Marrickville, Dulwich Hill, Summer Hill, Ashfield, Haberfield, Ashbury, Lewisham, Tempe, St Peters & Sydenham. From knock down rebuilds & duplexes/dual occ, we manage design, approvals and construction end-to-end.
Why build with Clover Homes?
- Inner West planning expertise. We work within the current Inner West LEP 2022 and the three live DCPs (Ashfield, Leichhardt, Marrickville) that still apply across different suburbs so your design fits local character, setbacks and heritage expectations.
- Custom, not volume. Site-first design that respects heritage conservation areas, narrow/terrace lots and streetscape rhythm plus transparent pricing and premium inclusions. (Heritage overlays are common across the LGA.)
- On-time, on-budget. Detailed preconstruction, fixed-price contracts, weekly build updates and one point of contact.
Knock Down Rebuild in Inner West
Love your address but not your house? A knock down rebuild (KDR) gives you a brand-new home where you already live, often faster and more cost-effective than major renos. We coordinate survey, demolition, services, DA or CDC (if eligible), and the full build. For straightforward single dwellings that meet the NSW Housing Code, a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) can be a fast-track path; otherwise we lodge a DA via the NSW Planning Portal.
Popular Inner West KDR briefs
- 3-5 bed homes with open living, butler’s pantry and indoor-outdoor alfresco
- Study/guest suite, kids’ retreat, and storage-smart floorplans for narrow lots
- Energy-smart envelopes and acoustic design (traffic/rail/flight paths, where relevant)
Home Building Options for Every Block in Sydney
Custom Homes for Sloping & Bushland Blocks
Inner West blocks often mean heritage controls, narrow lots and tight access. We design site-first homes that suit streetscapes, improve privacy and help streamline DA/CDC approvals.
Duplex & Dual Occupancy Builders
Build to live or invest. We check zoning, frontage, lot size, parking and open space, then design to match local DCP controls and guide you through the DA pathway.
Find the Right Duplex Design for Your Block
We match your site to the right duplex layout frontage, slope and council controls then guide you from concept through DA/CDC (where eligible) to build.
Our Inner West Build Process
Construction
Authority lodgement & Approval
Selections
Service Area
Balmain, Balmain East, Birchgrove, Rozelle, Lilyfield, Annandale, Leichhardt, Camperdown, Petersham, Stanmore, Newtown, Enmore, Marrickville, Dulwich Hill, Lewisham, St Peters, Sydenham, Tempe, Ashfield, Summer Hill, Haberfield, Ashbury. (DCPs differ by suburb: Ashfield 2016, Leichhardt 2013, Marrickville 2011.)
Inner West Home Builder FAQs (council-correct)
How much does a knockdown rebuild cost in the Inner West?
Costs vary with home size, slope/rock, heritage/conservation requirements, soil class and inclusions. After a site visit and survey, we’ll provide a fixed-price proposal and flag reports likely needed for character/streetscape and (if applicable) heritage. The Inner West uses suburb-specific DCPs (Ashfield/Leichhardt/Marrickville) that emphasise streetscape and heritage outcomes.
Is a duplex allowed on my block?
Often yes subject to zoning and site criteria. NSW’s Low & Mid-Rise policy makes dual occupancies permitted with consent in all R2 zones (DA required). Local LEP/DCP controls still govern setbacks, landscape, parking and amenity. We run a fast feasibility against Inner West LEP 2022 + the correct DCP chapter for your suburb.
Can I use CDC (fast-track) for a new single dwelling?
If your design meets the NSW Housing Code standards (height, setbacks, site coverage, etc.), you may pursue a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) through Council or a private certifier via the NSW Planning Portal. CDC does not apply to duplex DA permissibility in the Inner West.
How long does a KDR or duplex DA take?
Timelines vary with scope and information quality. Council outlines its DA process and lodgement requirements; the state DA guide explains steps and documentation. After design and approvals, construction typically runs 12 months depending on site and complexity.
Do you handle Inner West Council approvals?
Yes survey, required consultant reports, and the DA (or CDC where eligible). We prepare responses aligned to the relevant Inner West DCP (character/heritage/streetscape) and manage certification through the NSW Planning Portal.
