Tag: Second Storey Addition

A brick house with a timber-framed second storey addition under construction on top, wrapped in scaffolding, above the original tiled roofline
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Second Storey Addition Melbourne: Planning, Cost and What to Expect

Adding a second storey is one of the most effective ways to gain space when your block won't support a ground floor extension. This guide covers structural feasibility, Victoria's September 2025 planning changes - including the bedroom overlooking exemption - permit requirements, the design process, and what to budget for a second storey addition in Melbourne.