We create subdivision designs across Tasmania that get the most from your land while moving smoothly through approvals.
Subdividing looks straightforward until the approvals, the numbers and the council requirements start piling up. Many owners and small developers get stuck weighing what a site can yield against what it will actually cost. Without early certainty, it is hard to know whether a subdivision is worth pursuing at all.
We design your subdivision to make the best use of the site, whether that suits separate lots or a strata arrangement. Every design is shaped around the yield, the layout and the approval pathway from the outset. You get a clear plan for your land, not a rough idea that unravels at council.
We had no idea where to start with our new home and Strait Design made the whole thing feel simple. They designed to our budget from day one and kept us informed the whole way through. Could not fault them.
After a bad experience elsewhere we were nervous, but this team told us the truth about timelines and cost upfront. No surprises and no excuses. Our plans were build ready exactly when they said they would be.
The approvals process terrified us but Strait Design handled all the council side so we did not have to. Everything was explained in plain English and we always knew what was happening next. Brilliant service.
We wanted a double storey family home and were worried about blowing the budget. They shaped the design around what we could actually spend and it still turned out beautiful. Would recommend to anyone building.
As a small developer I needed speed through approvals and accurate early costing. Strait Design delivered both. The documentation was clear enough for builders to price it properly the first time around.
What stood out was the communication. We never had to chase for updates because they always let us know where things sat. Dealing with one team from start to finish made the whole process so much easier.
Over 35 years of experience really shows. They picked up issues early that we never would have and saved us money down the track. It genuinely felt like they had our best interests at heart the entire time.
We are first home builders and had a hundred questions. The team was patient, down to earth and never once made us feel silly for asking. Our build ready plans came through exactly as promised. Thank you.
From the first call to the finished plans the experience was exactly what they said it would be. Trade qualified people who actually know planning and building inside out. Honestly worth every single cent.
We handle the planning and approval process for your subdivision from start to finish. Whether you are pursuing separate freehold lots or a strata design, we prepare the documentation and manage council on your behalf. You are never left decoding requirements on your own or waiting without answers.
Your design is reviewed by people who build homes for a living. Get practical input on structure, materials, thermal performance and cost before decisions are locked in.
Stage one finishes with a Project Budget Alignment Estimate based on real project data and current construction rates, so you can check the design against your budget before it goes to council.
Your design fees, consultant allowances and council costs are set out upfront. We explain provisional costs and discuss any additional requirements with you before proceeding.
We guide your selections and document them in your construction drawings, giving builders a clear basis to price the fixtures, fittings and finishes you want.
We coordinate surveyors, engineers, energy assessors, your building surveyor, council and TasWater where required, keeping your pre-construction work moving through one team.
Regular, clear updates explain where your project is at, what comes next and anything we need from you, so you can make decisions with confidence.
Beyond the subdivision itself, we can design the homes that sit on your new lots. That means your subdivision and your house designs are planned together, so nothing is wasted and every lot works hard. You move from raw land to build ready plans with one experienced team.
A subdivision only makes sense when the numbers do, so you deserve to see them early. We provide construction and project estimates as part of your documentation, which means no nasty surprises down the track. You know the cost, approve the plan and move ahead with confidence.
Every site is different, but our process is built to keep your subdivision moving steadily through each stage. We give you a realistic timeline at the start and keep you updated as your design and approvals progress. Subdivision approvals involve council and other authorities, so we plan for those steps from day one. You will always know what stage you are at and what comes next.
We assess your land early and design the subdivision around what the site and the planning rules actually allow. This tells you the realistic yield before you spend serious money, rather than after. Whether a survey strata design or separate lots suits your site, we map out the options clearly. We will be honest about what your land can and cannot deliver.
To begin, we need your site details, your title information and a sense of what you want to achieve. From there we work out the best subdivision approach for your land, your goals and your budget. The more you can tell us about your plans, the sharper our early advice will be. We will ask the right questions along the way, so nothing important is missed.
In simple terms, separate freehold lots and strata arrangements suit different sites and different goals. A green title style subdivision creates independent lots, while a strata design shares certain elements across the development. We talk you through which approach suits your site, your budget and your plans. That way you choose the right path before any documentation begins.
Changes can happen as councils and authorities review a subdivision, and we manage those on your behalf. We keep you informed about any adjustment and how it affects your timeline and your costs. Because we plan for the approval pathway from the outset, surprises are far less likely. You stay in control of the decisions the whole way through.
You receive approved subdivision plans and, where you want them, build ready house designs for your new lots. Your documentation is clear enough for accurate costing and for the next stage of your project. If something needs solving, we solve it, rather than passing blame elsewhere. From there you move ahead knowing your timeline and your costs.
We had no idea where to start with our new home and Strait Design made the whole thing feel simple. They designed to our budget from day one and kept us informed the whole way through. Could not fault them.
After a bad experience elsewhere we were nervous, but this team told us the truth about timelines and cost upfront. No surprises and no excuses. Our plans were build ready exactly when they said they would be.
The approvals process terrified us but Strait Design handled all the council side so we did not have to. Everything was explained in plain English and we always knew what was happening next. Brilliant service.
We wanted a double storey family home and were worried about blowing the budget. They shaped the design around what we could actually spend and it still turned out beautiful. Would recommend to anyone building.
As a small developer I needed speed through approvals and accurate early costing. Strait Design delivered both. The documentation was clear enough for builders to price it properly the first time around.
What stood out was the communication. We never had to chase for updates because they always let us know where things sat. Dealing with one team from start to finish made the whole process so much easier.
Over 35 years of experience really shows. They picked up issues early that we never would have and saved us money down the track. It genuinely felt like they had our best interests at heart the entire time.
We are first home builders and had a hundred questions. The team was patient, down to earth and never once made us feel silly for asking. Our build ready plans came through exactly as promised. Thank you.
From the first call to the finished plans the experience was exactly what they said it would be. Trade qualified people who actually know planning and building inside out. Honestly worth every single cent.