Want a home that fits your block, lifestyle and budget without leaving the Hills? Clover Homes designs and builds bespoke homes across Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, Bella Vista, Norwest, North Kellyville, Beaumont Hills, Rouse Hill, Box Hill, Glenhaven, Dural, Kenthurst, Annangrove, West Pennant Hills, Winston Hills, North Rocks and surrounds. From knock down rebuilds & duplexes, we handle design, approvals and construction end-to-end.
Why build with Clover Homes?
- Local DA expertise (The Hills Shire Council). We work to The Hills DCP 2012 residential controls (incl. Dual Occupancy section) and The Hills LEP 2019, so your design fits local setbacks, landscape, parking and character from the start.
- Site-first, custom design. Solutions for sloping/bushland sites, narrow frontages and corner lots; premium inclusions and transparent pricing.
- Approvals made simple. Clear pathway advice (DA vs CDC), hazard checks (bushfire, flood/overland flow) and complete documentation.
Knock Down Rebuild in The Hills
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 better value than major renos. Where your design meets the NSW Housing Code, a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) can be a fast-track; otherwise we lodge a DA via the NSW Planning Portal.
Popular Hills KDR briefs
- 4-5 bed family homes with open living, butler’s pantry and indoor-outdoor alfresco
- Multi-gen suites, kids’ retreats and dedicated home offices
- Energy-smart envelopes oriented for light and privacy
Home Building Options for Every Block in Sydney
Custom Homes for Sloping & Bushland Blocks
The Hills sites often come with slope, bushfire (BAL) or stormwater constraints. We design site-first homes that suit your land and align with The Hills DCP/LEP controls from day one.
Duplex & Dual Occupancy Builders
Build to live and invest. We check zoning, frontage, lot size, parking and private open space, then design to local character controls and manage the DA lodgement via the NSW Planning Portal.
Find the Right Duplex Design for Your Block
From Castle Hill to Kellyville and Rouse Hill, we match your block to the right layout narrow lots, corners or tricky sites then guide you through DA vs CDC (where eligible) to build with confidence.
Our The Hills Shire Build Process
Construction
Authority lodgement & Approval
Selections
Service Area
Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, Bella Vista, Norwest, North Kellyville, Beaumont Hills, Rouse Hill, Box Hill, Glenhaven, Dural, Kenthurst, Annangrove, West Pennant Hills, Winston Hills, North Rocks.
The Hills Home Builder FAQs
How much does a knockdown rebuild cost in The Hills?
Budgets vary with size, slope/rock, bushfire BAL, stormwater/flood constraints, soil class and inclusions. After a site visit and survey, we’ll provide a fixed-price proposal and flag likely reports (e.g., flood impact/stormwater and bushfire documentation) for your DA. The Hills publishes stormwater & flood guidelines and mapping to check constraints.
Is a duplex allowed on my block?
Often yes subject to your zoning and site parameters. From 1 July 2024, NSW’s Low & Mid-Rise policy made dual occupancies permitted with consent in all R2 zones state-wide (DA required; not CDC). Local controls in The Hills DCP (Residential / Dual Occupancy) still govern lot size/frontage, setbacks, landscaping, parking and amenity. We run a quick planning check before sketching concepts.
Can I use CDC (fast-track) for a new single dwelling?
If your design meets the NSW Housing Code (height, setbacks, site coverage, landscaping, etc.), you may pursue a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) via Council or a Private Certifier through the Planning Portal. CDC does not apply to duplex permissibility in The Hills.
How long does a KDR or duplex DA take?
Timelines vary with scope and documentation quality. Applications are lodged online via the NSW Planning Portal; after design/approvals, construction typically runs 12 months depending on site and complexity.
Do you handle The Hills Shire Council approvals?
Yes surveys, required consultant reports and the DA (or CDC where eligible), including responses for bushfire (BAL) and flood/stormwater per Council’s guidelines, all lodged via the Planning Portal.
