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Dual Occupancy Surveys – Fast Approvals & Expert Guidance

At C&A Surveyors, we specialise in Dual Occupancy projects, providing homeowners, developers, and builders with the surveying expertise needed to secure council approvals, avoid costly mistakes, and streamline the subdivision process. With over 100,000 completed projects across Sydney, the Hunter, and Central Coast, we’re the team trusted by industry professionals.

Plus, with our C&A Connect Portal, you get live job tracking, instant notifications, and a real-time map showing when your surveyor is arriving.

Start your Dual Occupancy journey with a team that delivers accuracy, efficiency, and expert advice – every time.

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What is a Dual Occupancy?

A Dual Occupancy is the development of two dwellings on a single legal lot. This can include:

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Attached dwellings (duplexes) – Homes that share a common wall

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Detached dwellings – Two separate standalone buildings

Developing a Dual Occupancy can be a smart financial move, allowing you to:

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Maximise land use and rental income

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Increase resale value

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Potentially qualify for subdivision into separate titles

Subdivision Options for Dual Occupancy

Once your Dual Occupancy development is completed, you may want to subdivide to create separate legal titles. There are two main subdivision methods:

Torrens Title Subdivision

Creates two completely independent lots
Each owner has full ownership of their land and home
Requires council approval and compliance with minimum lot sizes

Strata Subdivision

Separates dwellings into individually owned units
Includes Common Property (e.g., driveways, stairwells) managed by a strata scheme
No minimum lot size requirements, offering more flexibility

Not sure which option suits your project? Our experts can guide you through the process.

How Long Does Dual Occupancy Subdivision Take?

Torrens Title Subdivision Timeline

Council approval: 3–6 months (varies by council workload and site complexity)
Land Registry Services registration: Dependent on mortgage approvals, drainage works & council sign-offs

Strata Subdivision Timeline

Strata Certifier approval: As fast as 3 weeks
Council approval (if required): Up to 3 months

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Dual Occupancy Subdivision FAQs

How do I get approval for Dual Occupancy Subdivision?

Torrens Title Subdivision: Requires local council or Subdivision Certifier approval
Strata Subdivision: Can be approved via local council or a Strata Certifier

What happens after approval?

We handle registration with Land Registry Services, ensuring a smooth and stress-free process.

How do I get started?

Click Get a Free Quote, and our team will guide you through the next steps.

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Why Choose C&A Surveyors?

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Sydney’s Leading Surveying Experts – Over 100,000 projects completed

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One of the largest teams of Registered Surveyors

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Quick turnaround times & expert compliance guidance

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C&A Connect Portal – Track your job, receive updates & see your surveyor on a live map

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Three-tier quality control process – Ensuring precision and reliability

Your project deserves the best. Get a free quote today and take the next step toward your Dual Occupancy goals.

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have worked with Melik for over 10 projects, and his service is always exceptional. Melik is always attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about delivering an outstanding experience. His attention to detail is evident in every interaction, and he takes immense pride in his work. Melik is always thorough, quick and reliable and professional.

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 257 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. C&A Surveyors have been my trusted surveyors for over five years. They are consistently professional, efficient, and make my job much easier. Andrew has always been my go-to, extremely thorough and attentive, making sure nothing is missed or left to chance. His strong knowledge of the work gives me confidence from start to finish.

I have worked with several surveyors in the past, and C&A Surveyors are the only ones I confidently recommend.
  
 
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 2994 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the best Surveying teams by far. Great expertise reliable and affordable service. Advance and intuitive company with aims to provides innovative solution and creates great experience for their customers both New and Old. On time job delivery, with no room for errors. I have had the most joyful experience with two of my projects completed very successfully with these guys and I look forward to doing more projects with them. I highly recommend their service and wish them all the best to go even further. Thank you, Team C&A. Surveyors.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great quality service as surveyors. Their response times to emails and calls is fantastic, prices are great and work is impeccable! Highly recommend if you need a surveyor.
  
 
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   George H 
 395 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andrew was a pleasure to work with for our property boundary survey. He was incredibly thorough, communicating clearly throughout the process and delivering an accurate report ahead of schedule, making our permitting process much smoother.

Thank you C&A Surveyors.

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 413 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the opportunity to work with this company, and they managed the entire process seamlessly from start to finish. Andrew, Ross, Wendy and Carly provided invaluable support throughout my project, with Carly’s professionalism standing out in particular. She consistently delivered on time, maintained clear communication, and approached everything with a friendly and professional attitude. I look forward to working with them again on my next project
  
 
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