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Minor Dwellings That Make the Most of Your Land.
- Turnkey builds
- Turnkey builds
- Turnkey builds
If you’ve got unused land in Auckland, now’s the time to unlock its potential.
// about minor dwelling
Whether you're after rental income, a home for extended whānau, or a future-proof addition to your property, Elevation Building makes it simple to build a minor dwelling that works for you.
- Space for whānau, guests, or teens
- Office, studio, or creative retreat
- Earn passive income through rental
- Adds long-term value to your property
- No need to move — and way less red tape
// Choose from
Want something different?
We can tailor any plan or start from scratch to suit your site, style and goals.
Built for Your Site
// Info
Some sections need a bit more thinking—especially steep or tricky ones.
We’ll help you figure out what’s possible, and guide you through the council rules around Auckland’s new minor dwelling regulations.
- Up to 70 m², no full consent — a stand-alone home, simplified
- Designed to suit your land — no wasted space, no guesswork
- Perfect for whānau, guests or passive income
- We take care of the paperwork and council notifications
- Get a head start now — avoid the rush when the rules change
// Testimonials
A few of our minor dwellings — built with care, from the first sketch to final sign-off.
From hillside studios to fully equipped guest homes, we’ve delivered minor dwellings across Auckland in all shapes and settings. Tap below to explore more of what’s possible.
// why choose us
Turnkey means stress-free — we handle the whole process from start to finish. From council consents and site works to build, fit-out and final sign-off, it’s all done by one team.
We handle the whole process from design to delivery, including:
- Council consents
- Site works and foundations
- Build and fit-out
- Final sign-off and handover
So all you need to do is say
yes —and we’ll take care of the rest.
// FAQ
Your questions, answered
Still have questions?
We’re happy to help — just get in touch for a chat about your project.
Absolutely.
A minor dwelling adds value to your property, unlocks flexibility for your family, and can even pay for itself over time. It's one of the smartest upgrades you can make.
Everything from design to handover.
That means plans, consents, site work, services, the full build, and finishings. You move in (or rent it out) when it's done.
It can — or it can stand out.
We offer material and colour options that blend or contrast beautifully. It’s up to you.
Yes.
Many of our clients rent their minor dwelling — long-term or short-stay. We’ll help you build something that’s fully self-contained and rental-ready.
Lots of things.
A home for whānau. A quiet office. A creative studio. Passive income from rent. Extra space, designed to suit your life.
Nope.
We’ve got pre-designed homes ready to go, created by a team of architects we’ve partnered with. You choose the layout you like, we adapt it to your land, and you're set.
That depends on what you’re building — but we make it predictable.
Most projects start around $3,500/m². We’ll give you a detailed quote early, so there are no surprises later.
Plan to move in within a few months.
Design, approvals, and build usually take 3–6 months, depending on your site and finishes. No long waits or endless admin — we’ve streamlined every step.
Not always.
From early 2026, new rules will allow standalone homes up to 70 m² without full building consent. Until then, we’ll handle the paperwork and council steps for you.
Probably.
If you’ve got the space, there’s a good chance you can build. We’ll check the zoning, services, and site access — for free — and let you know what’s possible.
Still have questions?
We’re happy to help — just get in touch for a chat about your project.
// What happens next
From first chat to handover — here’s how we do it.
- 01
Get in touch
Fill out the form or flick us an email — we’ll get back to you quick smart and tee up a time to chat.
- 02
Quick project chat
We’ll meet up online or in person — whatever suits. Just a short kōrero to get a sense of what you’re after.
- 03
Quote & plan
Once we’ve heard your ideas, we’ll send through a clear proposal — with options to suit different budgets and timelines.
- 04
Let’s get building
When you’re ready, we shake hands (virtually or not) and get things moving. From that point, it’s all go.
Start with a free consultation
Tell us about your project — we’ll help you take the first step.