Laneway House in Devonport, Tasmania
Konbuild brings affordable, high-quality laneway houses to Devonport, Tasmania, helping you overcome the local tradesman shortage. We manufacture homes in China and work closely with you, the importer. Devonport is in climate zone 7 and AS/NZS 1170.2 Region A — Normal; the nearest major container port is Port of Hobart, about 280 km away by road.
Cool temperate (Zone 7)
V₅₀₀ ≈ 45 m/s
~280 km by road
USD · FOB Shenzhen
Climate zone, wind region and port distance are indicative regional information. Confirm what applies to your lot with local experts.
While client information is confidential, you can explore some of our previous projects to see the quality and variety of homes we have delivered.
Custom laneway houses in Devonport, Tasmania
Design and manufacturing
Custom homes built to your specifications.
Local compliance
Assistance with complying with local plumbing, electrical, and building regulations.
Affordable solutions
Quality homes manufactured in China to help you avoid local tradesman shortages.
Our goal is to help you build your community, whether it's for your family, a series of Airbnb units, or affordable accommodation for a loved one.
Climate in Devonport
Devonport falls in Cool temperate (Zone 7): cool temperate, with cold winters. We take local climate conditions into account, and the panelling can be selected to suit — 50 mm EPS (R = 1.315 m²K/W) is standard, with upgrades to 50 mm PU (R = 2.083), 75 mm PU (R = 3.125) or 50 mm Silica Rock (R = 1.25). For developed countries we recommend the Silica Rock panels, and you can upgrade the panelling for better insulation in cold climates.
Wind — Region A — Normal
Devonport is in AS/NZS 1170.2 Region A — Normal, the standard wind region covering most of inland and southern coastal Australia (design wind speed V₅₀₀ ≈ 45 m/s). Confirm the tie-down and bracing your site needs with a local engineer or certifier. Everything we build must meet, or exceed, your country's building codes.
Bushfire (BAL) considerations
Many lots in this region carry significant bushfire risk, and a BAL (bushfire attack level) assessment is commonly required. Check your council's bushfire-prone area map, and tell us early if your lot has a BAL rating.
Getting a home from China to Devonport
Each expandable home ships from Shenzhen in a 40' high-cube container, and two homes fit in one container. The nearest major container port to Devonport is Port of Hobart, about 280 km away by road. We recommend budgeting around USD $1,000–$2,500 for shipping to your nearest port — this does not include customs charges and import taxes. You must hire a customs broker in your country, who should also help with logistics from the port to your site.
Planning approval in Tasmania
It's essential to engage with your local council to obtain all the necessary planning and building permits. Our guidance in this area is limited, but we can provide general advice to help your project comply with local regulations. Tasmania's planning information is published on the PlanBuild Tasmania portal.
Konbuild laneway houses
An Oslo or Oslo Grand opens out to 5,800 × 6,580 × 2,500 mm and travels closed at 5,800 × 2,150 × 2,500 mm, giving you 34 m² (365 sq ft) of living space behind the main house.
Typical use cases: Second dwelling on a deep lot · Home for adult children · Guest house.
Konbuild models that fit this brief: Oslo, Oslo Grand, Oslo Lux.
The Oslo at a glance
- Floor area
- 34 m² (365 sq ft)
- Unfolded
- 5,800 × 6,580 × 2,500 mm external
- Folded for shipping
- 5,800 × 2,150 × 2,500 mm external
- Walls
- 50 mm colour-coated steel EPS sandwich panels (standard)
- Electrical
- Distribution box with breakers (1 pc); 12 V LED lights; Power points, data cable, switches and wiring laid out to the customer's requirements
- Warranty
- 1-year limited warranty
- Delivery time
- 90 days after we receive the deposit
The starting price of $7,900 USD is for the Oslo, FOB Shenzhen. Full specification →
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