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Module 1 of 4  ·  Subdivision

Development
Strategy

Understanding the difference between subdivision, dual occupancy, and multi-dwelling development — and which suits your goals.

⏱ 10 min
📖 4 lessons
📝 Module quiz

What you will learn

Four things to understand before you start the lessons.

01
Types of development

Torrens title subdivision, strata, dual occupancy, and multi-dwelling — explained clearly.

02
Council zoning basics

How to read a zoning certificate and understand what you can and cannot build on any land.

03
The feasibility mindset

Why developers think in margins, not prices — and how to apply the same framework to small projects.

04
Entry-level development

Why dual occupancy is the best starting point for first-time developers — and what to expect.

Development types compared

Each has different risk, return, and complexity.

📐 Torrens subdivision: split one lot into two, sell separately. Highest return, 12–18 month timeline. Dual occupancy: two dwellings on one lot. Lower risk, faster. Strata: multiple lots on one plan. Complex, requires specialist solicitor. Start with the simplest that meets your return target.
18–28%
target profit margin on a viable development project

Professional developers require a minimum 18% margin before proceeding. Below this, the risk-adjusted return does not justify the time, capital, and holding costs. Calculate this before you make an offer.

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You are ready to begin

4 lessons, approximately 10 minutes. Complete the quiz to unlock the next module.

In this module
✓Types of development
✓Council zoning basics
✓Feasibility mindset
✓Dual occupancy entry point
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