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How the rise of ‘granny flats’ can unlock housing supply

How the rise of ‘granny flats’ can unlock housing supply

Families and national healthcare systems stand to benefit if more people are allowed to build extra accommodation on their property for older relatives

Gela Pertusini16 March 2026Read Time: 10 minutes

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