Get Started with Shore Can Constructions

Thinking About Renovating, Extending or Rebuilding?

Not sure where to start? We'll help you understand what's possible, what Council will allow and what your project is likely to cost.

Most homeowners know they need more space.

Maybe the family is growing. Maybe the layout no longer works. Maybe you've purchased a property with potential and you're trying to work out what's possible.

The challenge is knowing where to begin.

Before drawings, approvals and construction can commence, there are three important questions that need answering:

What does your family actually need?
What will Council allow you to build?
What can you realistically afford?

At Shore Can Construction, we help homeowners answer these questions before investing significant time and money into the design and approval process.

Our Concept Design & Preliminaries service is designed to provide clarity, direction and confidence before moving forward with your project.

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The Three Factors That Determine Every Project

Every successful renovation, addition, extension or new home is shaped by three key factors.

Your Vision

Every project starts with understanding how you want to live.

We take the time to understand:

Your family's current and future needs
Lifestyle requirements
Design preferences and style
Timeframe expectations
Budget expectations

Council & Planning Requirements

Every property is governed by planning controls that influence what can and cannot be built.

We review:

Local Environmental Plans (LEP)
Development Control Plans (DCP)
State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPP)
Building setbacks
Height limits
Floor Space Ratio (FSR)
Site coverage requirements

Site Constraints

No two properties are the same.

We assess:

Existing structures
Access restrictions
Site slope
Existing services
Sewer and stormwater locations
Trees and environmental considerations

When these three factors come together, we can determine the feasibility of your project and develop a clear pathway forward.

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Concept Design & Preliminaries

The First Step Towards Your Dream Home

This stage is designed to transform ideas into a realistic and achievable project.

Rather than jumping straight into expensive design and approval work, we complete the investigations and planning required to determine exactly what's possible on your property.

What's Included?

Site Survey

A comprehensive survey of your property identifying:

Boundaries
Existing structures
Site levels
Easements
Services

Planning Investigation

Review of planning controls and restrictions including:

LEP requirements
DCP controls
SEPP requirements
Site constraints
Approval pathways

Consultant Advice

Consultation with our trusted network of professionals including:

Building designers
Certifiers
Structural engineers
Civil engineers
Relevant trade specialists

Concept Design

Work directly with our designer to develop:

Site measure-up
Design consultation
Two concept floor plan options
Design refinements

Feasibility Assessment

We assess:

Buildability
Site constraints
Project risks
Indicative construction costs
Suitable approval pathways

What You'll Walk Away With

At the completion of this stage you'll have a clear understanding of:

✓ What you can build

✓ What approvals are required

✓ What your project is likely to cost

✓ How long the process may take

✓ Potential challenges and opportunities

✓ The best path forward

Most importantly, you'll have the confidence to make informed decisions before committing to detailed design and approvals.

Why Start Early?

The best building projects don't begin when construction starts.

They begin years earlier with careful planning and informed decision-making.

Many of the projects we build today started as concept discussions years before construction commenced.

By understanding your options early, you can plan with confidence, budget effectively and avoid costly surprises later.

Whether you're ready to build next year or simply exploring possibilities for the future, now is the right time to start the conversation.

The Shore Can Process

From initial idea to completed project, we guide you through every stage.

Step 1 - Concept Design & Preliminaries

We investigate your site, understand your goals and determine what's possible.

Step 2 - Design

We develop detailed plans, elevations, engineering and material selections.

Step 3 - Approvals

We manage the Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) process.

Step 4 - Construction

We bring your project to life with expert project management and craftsmanship.

Planning Renovations, Extensions & Rebuilds Across Sydney

Shore Can Construction helps homeowners plan renovations, additions, extensions and knock-down rebuilds throughout Sydney.

Whether you're exploring ideas for a growing family, improving the functionality of your home or investigating what's possible on your property, our Concept Design & Preliminaries service provides the clarity needed to move forward with confidence.

We regularly work with homeowners across:

Mosman
Manly
Lane Cove
Leichhardt
Kingsford
Lower North Shore
Northern Beaches
Eastern Suburbs
Inner West
Sydney CBD Fringe

Our team combines practical building knowledge, planning expertise and realistic budgeting advice to help homeowners understand what's possible before committing to design, approvals and construction.

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FAQs

No. Most clients come to us with ideas, inspiration photos and a list of things they'd like to achieve. We'll help guide the process from there.
Yes. Determining feasibility is one of the primary goals of the Concept Design & Preliminaries stage.
Absolutely. Once the concept is established, we can guide your project through either a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) pathway.
Yes. We offer a complete Design, Approve & Construct service from initial concept through to completion.