The Pod Canberra

Thinking about building a Granny Flat, Secondary Residence or a home around Canberra or surrounds? Learn the rules, regulations, tips, costs, process and so much more with the owners of The Pod Canberra Robert Valk & Jacqueline Valk. We are the Father and Daughter team who want to help those whom want to become educated client within the process of building.

30. Build a secondary residence or buy something new?

Choosing between building a secondary residence OR buying something new to solve your needs… Many questions and considerations come to mind when building or choosing to buy something new that has what you need. Here are our opinions of the pros and cons from our personal experiences, client experiences and industry experience.

01-11
09:26

29. Frames: Steel Vs Timber

There are many factors to consider when choosing the frame material for your new construction project. Timber frames and steel frames are two of the most popular options, but which is right for you? In this podcast, we’ll take a look at the pros of each option so that you can make an informed decision.

01-04
09:53

28. Women in construction- What Jacki thinks

Its a trending subject and being a woman in the industry, even though Jacki not a skilled trade, she can see what she would do as a woman in the industry and what would be difficult to do. Here are some of her thoughts if she were to jump into a trade and what is lacking and coming to women in construction.

12-23
16:29

27. Top 10 things to know when considering a Secondary Residence

There are 10 main things to consider and know before purchasing a secondary residence.  Jacki goes though these top ten items briefly to give an overview on each.  To know more detail contact us or visit more podcast episodes to learn.

12-20
15:24

26. Icon Water Changes for ACT 2022

ICON water have made updates to their fees.  Empower yourself with the knowledge so that there are less surprises when you go through this process. 

11-17
05:22

25. New tree planting requirements for the ACT

Changes this year have occurred for tree planting requirements in Canberra, ACT.  In order to begin your construction you'll need a building approval with a signed letter stating you will plant two trees (if they aren't already on site) Listen for the details of requirements and information regarding this new regulation.  Please note this is our interoperation and current as of today and therefore is subject to change wit adapting rules and regulations. 

11-17
03:58

24. Investment Yields

If you are interested in property investment and want to learn more about the benefits a secondary residence/ granny flat has give this a listen.

04-01
08:27

23. Why builders have set plans or designs

Learn why most builders have set plans and designs and why is that beneficial 

02-18
08:32

22. What's changing in 2022

END Of 2021> What's new and changing in 2022. Price increases, supply demands, energy efficiency ratings increased. What do you need know and how will we be securing the future of The Pod.

12-23
10:06

21. Can you build on a boundary

We discuss the rules behind setback requirements and alternative solutions 

11-12
06:36

20. Webinar 14/10

If you missed our webinar last week catch up here!! We cover all the information you need to make an informed decision when choosing to build a secondary residence/ granny flat

10-21
42:06

19. Tiny Home vs. The Pod

In this episode we discuss the differences between a tiny home and a Pod, the pros and cons of each to help you make informed choices.

10-19
13:26

18. Walking you through an MBA contract Part 1

Walking you through an MBA contract Part 1

09-30
13:28

17. BA Process (Building Approvals) What you need to know

Building approvals, who you'll need to engage, whats involved and how it works. Learn from Jack as she takes you through her process of how The Pod Canberra do it.

09-28
08:33

16. Parking requirements for a secondary residence

We discuss Parking requirements for a secondary residence

09-24
03:47

15. Difference between Dual occupancy and as secondary residence

We discuss what the differences are between a dual occupancy and a secondary residence are.

09-23
03:37

14. Council Approval documentation (DA).

In todays podcast we talk about Council Approval documentation (DA) and what you need to know

09-20
08:22

13. Class 10a structure vs. 1a structures

We discuss the differences between the two types of builds and give you some helpful tips for your project

09-17
05:59

12. Portable homes vs. Built on site homes

We discuss the pros and cons when comparing portable homes and built on site homes and which may be right for you

09-15
10:24

11. Difference between the ACT and NSW

Today we are talking about the differences between regulations and different requirements that each state and council has when looking at building a secondary residence/ granny flat.

09-13
08:40

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