Can I build a granny flat on a block of land that has a boundary fence or other physical barriers, but no shared driveway or communal access arrangements, and still be accessible to people with mobility issues, in the Australian Capital Territory?

You can build a granny flat on a block of land with a boundary fence and no shared driveway, as long as you consider the following options:

• Installing a lift or ramp at the front gate
• Building a separate entrance for the granny flat that is wheelchair accessible
• Installing an elevator or moving walkway between the main house and granny flat
• Choosing a design that incorporates wide doorways and hallways

In the Australian Capital Territory, granny flats are subject to ACT Building Code 2017. Consult with local authorities and consider hiring an experienced architect or builder familiar with ACT regulations.