Can your NSW property
support a granny flat?

Blockwise Pty Ltd ("Blockwise", "we", "us", "our") is committed to handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). By using our website or submitting a property, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

Directly from you: Full name (optional), email address, phone number (optional), property address, suburb, your relationship to the property (owner, buyer, investor, or agent), and the type of assessment requested.

Automatically from your device: Pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type and version, operating system, approximate geographic location (city-level only), referring URL, and device type. This information is collected via Google Analytics (Google LLC) and does not directly identify you.

Form submissions: All data you enter into our property submission form is collected and stored via Tally.so, a third-party form platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Conduct a preliminary granny flat feasibility review for your property and deliver findings to you by email.
• Communicate with you about your submission, answer questions, and provide support.
• Manage our private beta waitlist and notify you of access, pricing, and launch updates.
• Improve our platform, service quality, and user experience using aggregated and anonymised analytics data.
• Send you product updates, early access offers, or relevant property intelligence content — only where you have provided consent or it is reasonably expected based on your submission.
• Comply with our legal obligations.

We do not use your information for unsolicited direct marketing without your consent. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may disclose your information to:

Service providers: Tally.so (form submission), Google LLC (analytics), and email communication tools — each subject to their own privacy policies and data processing agreements.
Legal requirements: If required by law, regulation, court order, or government authority.
Business transfers: If Blockwise is sold or merged, your information may be transferred to the acquirer, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

We will not disclose your property address or personal details to any third party for commercial purposes without your explicit consent.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your personal information is stored on servers located in Australia and/or the United States (via our third-party providers, including Google and Tally.so). We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is completely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We retain your submission data for up to 2 years from the date of submission, after which it is deleted or de-identified unless a longer retention period is required by law.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies via Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site functionality may be affected. Google Analytics data is anonymised and aggregated; it is not linked to your submission details.

6. Access, Correction, and Deletion

You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of the personal information we hold about you. To make a request, email us at blockwiseproperty@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days. In some circumstances, we may be unable to delete information if we are required to retain it by law.

7. Complaints

If you believe we have handled your personal information in a way that breaches the Australian Privacy Principles, you may lodge a complaint with us at blockwiseproperty@gmail.com. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this policy from time to time. The current version will always be available on this page. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact

Privacy Officer, Blockwise Pty Ltd
Email: blockwiseproperty@gmail.com

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of the Blockwise website at blockwiseproperty.com and any property feasibility reports or communications provided by Blockwise Pty Ltd ("Blockwise", "we", "us"). By accessing our website or submitting a property, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our service.

1. About the Service

Blockwise provides a preliminary, indicative property feasibility information service for residential properties in New South Wales, Australia. During the private beta, our team manually reviews publicly available planning data and provides a written summary of initial findings. The service is currently provided free of charge to a limited number of beta participants.

Blockwise is not a licensed town planner, architect, surveyor, engineer, solicitor, financial adviser, or certifier. We are an information technology platform providing general property data aggregation and analysis.

2. Nature of Information — Not Professional Advice

All information, reports, assessments, scores, indicators, and findings provided by Blockwise ("Information") are for general informational and guidance purposes only. The Information does not constitute, and must not be relied upon as:

• Legal advice
• Town planning or development advice
• Architectural or building design advice
• Engineering or structural advice
• Surveying or cadastral advice
• Financial, investment, tax, or accounting advice
• Development approval advice or a guarantee of approval
• A statement of title, easements, or restrictions
• Confirmation of any zoning, overlay, or planning instrument

You must not use the Information as the sole or primary basis for any decision to purchase, sell, develop, design, finance, insure, or obtain approvals for any property. You must obtain independent professional advice before taking any such action.

3. Indicative Nature of Results

Any feasibility assessment, eligibility indication, score, or finding provided by Blockwise is indicative only. Results may be affected by, and may change due to:

• Zoning classifications, rezoning, or planning proposals
• Planning overlays including flood, bushfire, heritage, acid sulfate soil, aircraft noise, or other environmental constraints
• Easements, rights of way, covenants, or title restrictions not captured in our data sources
• Sewer, stormwater, water, electricity, gas, or telecommunications asset locations
• Site access, topography, soil conditions, or geotechnical factors
• Building setbacks, height limits, floor space ratio, or lot coverage controls
• Council interpretation of development controls or relevant planning instruments
• Complying Development Certificate (CDC) or Development Application (DA) requirements
• Changes to legislation, regulations, or planning policies at federal, state, or local level
• Errors or omissions in our source data

Blockwise does not guarantee, represent, or warrant that any property is eligible for any type of development, that any approval will be granted, that any construction is buildable, or that any financial outcome will be achieved.

4. Verification Obligation

You are solely responsible for verifying all information provided by Blockwise before acting on it. Verification should include, where relevant, consultation with:

• The relevant local council (LGA)
• NSW Planning Portal (planningportal.nsw.gov.au)
• NSW Land Registry Services (title search)
• A registered surveyor or cadastral surveyor
• A qualified town planner or planning consultant
• A registered architect or building designer
• An accredited certifier (for CDC pathway assessments)
• A structural or civil engineer
• Sydney Water or relevant service authority
• A solicitor or conveyancer (for title, easement, and covenant issues)
• A financial adviser or accountant (for investment or tax matters)

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Blockwise Pty Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, contractors, and agents:

• Make no representations or warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, currency, or fitness for purpose of any Information provided.
• Exclude all liability for any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or exemplary loss, damage, or expense (including but not limited to loss of profit, loss of opportunity, financial loss, or property devaluation) arising from your use of, or reliance on, the Information, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), statute, or otherwise.
• Are not liable for any errors or omissions in data sourced from third-party providers including NSW Planning Portal, Sydney Water, CoreLogic, or local council records.

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any right or remedy, or any guarantee, warranty, or other term or condition implied or imposed by the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited. Where our liability cannot be excluded, it is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law. For services supplied to consumers, our liability may be limited to re-supplying the service.

6. Your Responsibilities

By using our service, you agree to:
• Provide accurate information in your submission.
• Use the Information only for lawful purposes.
• Not reproduce, distribute, resell, or publish our reports without written permission.
• Not use our service to obtain information for fraudulent, deceptive, or unlawful purposes.
• Accept responsibility for all decisions made based on your use of our service.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the Blockwise website, including reports, text, graphics, data compilations, software, and design, is owned by or licensed to Blockwise Pty Ltd. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without our express written consent. You may use our reports for your own personal, non-commercial property research only.

8. Service Availability

We do not guarantee that our website or service will be available at all times. We may suspend, change, or discontinue the service at any time without notice. We are not liable for any loss arising from unavailability of the service.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website or reports may contain links to third-party websites, government portals, or resources. These links are provided for convenience only. Blockwise does not endorse, control, or accept responsibility for the content or availability of those sites.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. You submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version will be available on this website. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Contact

Blockwise Pty Ltd
Email: blockwiseproperty@gmail.com

General Information Only

All information, reports, feasibility assessments, scores, indicators, and findings published on the Blockwise website or delivered to you by email ("Information") are prepared for general informational and guidance purposes only. The Information is preliminary and indicative in nature.

The Information does not constitute, and must not be used as a substitute for, professional advice of any kind, including:

• Legal or conveyancing advice
• Town planning, development, or land use advice
• Architectural, building design, or construction advice
• Structural, civil, or geotechnical engineering advice
• Cadastral, boundary, or title surveying advice
• Financial planning, investment, mortgage, or tax advice
• Development application or certification advice
• Insurance, strata, or property management advice

No Guarantee of Outcome

Blockwise does not guarantee, represent, or warrant:

• That any property is eligible for a granny flat, secondary dwelling, duplex, subdivision, or any other development type.
• That any development application (DA) or complying development certificate (CDC) will be approved.
• That any development is physically buildable on the site.
• Any particular rental income, rental yield, capital growth, or investment return.
• That the property value will increase as a result of any development.
• That any planning data, overlay, easement, or service asset information is complete, current, or accurate.

Data Limitations and Sources

Our assessments are based on publicly available data including the NSW Planning Portal, Local Environmental Plans (LEPs), Development Control Plans (DCPs), State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs) including SEPP (Housing) 2021, Sydney Water asset mapping, and other government-published datasets. This data:

• May not reflect the most recent amendments, rezoning proposals, or planning decisions.
• May not capture all easements, restrictions on title, drainage assets, or service infrastructure affecting a property.
• Is subject to council and certifier interpretation, which may differ from our preliminary assessment.
• Does not account for site-specific conditions such as soil, slope, access, existing structures, contamination, or flooding that may affect development feasibility.

You Must Verify Independently

Before making any decision to purchase, sell, develop, finance, design, or obtain approvals for a property, you must independently verify all relevant information with:

• The relevant local council or shire
• NSW Planning Portal (planningportal.nsw.gov.au)
• NSW Land Registry Services (title and plan search)
• A registered surveyor or cadastral professional
• A qualified town planner or planning consultant
• A registered architect or accredited building designer
• An accredited certifier (for CDC assessments)
• Sydney Water or relevant utility authority
• A solicitor, conveyancer, or other qualified legal professional
• A licensed financial adviser (for investment or finance decisions)

Eligibility Is Indicative Only

Any eligibility result, feasibility score, or development indication provided by Blockwise is preliminary and may change due to — but not limited to — zoning, planning overlays, easements, sewer and stormwater assets, bushfire and flood constraints, site access restrictions, building setbacks, heritage requirements, title covenants, council discretion, legislative changes, or data errors.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Australian law, Blockwise Pty Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, contractors, and agents will not be liable for any loss, damage, liability, cost, or expense (direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, or otherwise) arising from or in connection with your use of, or reliance on, any Information provided by Blockwise. This includes — but is not limited to — financial loss, loss of profit, loss of opportunity, property devaluation, failed development approval, or construction cost overruns.

Nothing in this Disclaimer limits or excludes any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited, including consumer guarantees that apply to services. Where liability cannot be excluded, it is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

No Endorsement

Reference to any planning instrument, government body, third-party data source, builder, certifier, or professional in our reports or on this website does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or referral by Blockwise.

Contact

Blockwise Pty Ltd
Email: blockwiseproperty@gmail.com
Website: blockwiseproperty.com