At P J Cook Building, we understand that your home is more than just a dwelling. It’s an investment in your future. As experts in the quality construction of new and custom-built homes, duplexes, dual-occupancy developments, and especially granny flats, we provide you with a seamless building experience and a superior end product. Today, let’s explore the financial aspects of owning a granny flat, with a particular focus on depreciation.
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What is Depreciation?
Depreciation is a tax deduction that property investors can claim over the life of the property. It accounts for the wear and tear on the building and its fixtures and fittings. Understanding depreciation can significantly impact your return on investment, making it a crucial consideration for any new construction, including granny flats.
Depreciation for Granny Flats in NSW
Granny flats have become increasingly popular on the Central Coast, Newcastle, Hunter Regions and throughout NSW. They offer a versatile living space for extended family, a potential source of rental income, and an increase in property value. But how does depreciation work for granny flats?
Capital Works Deduction (Division 43)
For new granny flats, owners can claim capital works deductions. This deduction applies to the building’s structure and permanent fixtures, such as the walls, roof, and flooring. In NSW, you can typically claim 2.5% per year of the construction cost over a 40-year period.
For example, if your granny flat costs $215,000 to $240,000 to build, you could potentially claim $5,375 to $6,000 per year in depreciation for the next 40 years. This deduction can significantly reduce your taxable income, thereby enhancing the overall profitability of your investment.
Plant and Equipment Depreciation (Division 40)
In addition to the building structure, owners can also claim depreciation on the plant and equipment within the granny flat. This includes items like carpets, hot water systems, and kitchen appliances. These items have a shorter effective life than the building itself, and the depreciation rates vary depending on the asset.
By maximizing both capital works and plant and equipment deductions, granny flat owners can significantly boost their tax savings each year.
Why Choose P J Cook Building for Your Granny Flat?
When you choose P J Cook Building for your granny flat, you’re not just getting a high-quality construction; you’re investing in a future-proof asset. Our commitment to excellence ensures your granny flat will stand the test of time, both in terms of durability and financial return. Why Partner with P J Cook Building?
Quality and Detail
Our core focus is on quality, not quantity. Peter and his team bring an unparalleled eye for detail to every project, ensuring that nothing is left to chance. We specialize in new residential construction, making us experts in our field. Whether it’s building on a sloping site, in a bushfire-prone area, or rock-based sites, we never shy away from a challenge.
Superior Designs
Our granny flat designs are crafted to meet your specific needs, whether for extended family living or as an investment property. With P J Cook Building, you can expect a seamless building journey, from initial consultation to the final handover. Our systematic procedures and meticulous attention to detail set us apart from the rest.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is general in nature and does not constitute professional advice. PJ Cook Building recommends that you obtain independent advice from a qualified taxation accountant, financial adviser and or solicitor to ensure that you are fully informed of your individual circumstances.
Recent Granny Flats Central Coast Projects
Granny Flat Project: Tumbi Umbi, Central Coast
This two bedroom granny flat customises our Empire Bay floor plan with an open plan kitchen and living area, private bedrooms, dedicated office spaces, a bathroom, a separate laundry, and a single garage that suits both investors and families, and it was built to BAL 29 bushfire requirements for a compliant, resilient result.
Granny Flat Project: Bolton Point, Lake Macquarie
This granny flat uses our popular Woy Woy design with open plan living, dining and kitchen areas plus private bedroom and bathroom, ideal for investors and families. Features include ceiling fans with LED lighting in bedrooms, a 3.5 kW reverse cycle air conditioner, a well appointed kitchen with contrasting cabinetry and 20 mm stone benchtops, smooth cladding finished in a three coat paint system with a Colorbond roof and gutters, powder coated aluminium windows and doors, durable vinyl to living with carpet to bedrooms, and generous wardrobes with drawers, shelving, top shelf, clothes rail and mirrored sliding doors.
Granny Flat Project: Charmhaven
This Charmhaven granny flat showcases our Wamberal open plan design, delivering a bright kitchen and living zone with two well separated bedrooms. Built for Sydney investors, it pairs low maintenance finishes with quality standard inclusions like stone benchtops, durable exterior cladding, split system air conditioning, ceiling fans with LED lighting, aluminium window and door frames, and a feature entry door. The result is a stylish, practical home that is rental ready and designed to perform long term.
P J Cook has years of experience building granny flats throughout the Central Coast region. We take pride in delivering modern, spacious, and expertly finished projects for our local community.
Explore our range of granny flat designs or Contact P J Cook today to discuss options for adding a granny flat to your property on the Central Coast. We service the following areas on the Central Coast of NSW: Gosford, Wyong, The Entrance, Terrigal, Woy Woy, Avoca Beach, Ettalong Beach, Umina Beach, Toukley, Bateau Bay, Kincumber, Lake Haven, Tuggerah, Wamberal, and Ourimbah through to Lake Macquarie and Newcastle.
