Demolition in St George
St George is one of Sydney's busiest knock down and rebuild areas. Older brick and fibro homes in Hurstville, Kogarah, Rockdale and Sans Souci are being replaced with new houses and duplexes. We handle the demolition, asbestos removal and strip-outs across Georges River and Bayside councils.
- Hazardous materials survey before work starts
- Asbestos handled by SafeWork NSW licensed removalists
- Dilapidation reports on neighbouring properties
- Dust, noise and traffic planned for city streets
Housing stock
St George grew through the first half of the twentieth century and boomed after the war. Federation and inter-war brick cottages sit close to the railway in Kogarah, Rockdale and Hurstville. Further out, in Sans Souci, Blakehurst, Kyle Bay and Ramsgate, post-war brick and fibro homes fill wider blocks, with larger waterfront houses along the Georges River and Botany Bay. Fibro and older wet areas mean asbestos is a regular find.
Councils and approvals
The area is split between Georges River Council and Bayside Council. Many knock down and rebuild projects qualify for Complying Development with a CDC. Heritage items, sites in conservation areas and some waterfront lots need a Development Application. We confirm which applies and work to its conditions.
Duplex and rebuild demolitions
A lot of St George work is clearing a block for a new home or duplex. That means the full sequence: hazardous materials survey, service disconnections, asbestos removal and clearance, demolition, then breaking out footings, slabs, paths and driveways. Old septic tanks, pools and outbuildings are removed as part of the scope where needed.
Waterfront and sloping blocks
Blocks running down to the Georges River in Blakehurst, Connells Point and Kyle Bay are steep, with retaining walls and boat sheds. Access is often limited to one side. Plant is sized for the slope, and work near the water is planned to keep debris and runoff out of the river.
Neighbours and traffic
Around Hurstville, Kogarah and Rockdale centres, streets are busy and parking is tight. Traffic and pedestrian management is planned for these sites, and kerbside permits for skips and work zones are arranged before the start date. Dilapidation reports on neighbouring homes are standard on close blocks.
Typical St George jobs
- Knock down and rebuild demolition for new homes and duplexes
- Asbestos removal from fibro cottages, garages and eaves
- Waterfront home demolition on sloping river blocks
- Kitchen and bathroom strip-outs in older units
- Shopfront and restaurant strip-outs in local centres
Dust and noise
Dust is controlled with water throughout, loads are covered, and noisy work stays inside the approved hours. Neighbours are told when the loudest stages will happen, and the site is left tidy and secure at the end of each day.
Getting a quote
Send the address, photos of the house and driveway, and any plans or CDC you already have.
Common questions
Can you clear my block for a duplex?
Yes. We handle the full sequence: survey, disconnections, asbestos removal and clearance, demolition, and breaking out footings, slabs and driveways so the block is ready for the builder.
Do waterfront homes need special planning?
Usually. Slopes, retaining walls and limited access shape the plant and sequence, and work near the water is planned to keep debris and runoff out of the river.
Which council approves demolition in St George?
It depends on the address: Georges River Council or Bayside Council. Many projects qualify for a CDC from a registered certifier; others need a DA.
Will my fibro home need asbestos removal first?
If asbestos is present, yes. It is removed by SafeWork NSW licensed removalists and cleared before the house comes down.
Planning a demolition or strip-out in Sydney?
Send us the address and a few photos. We will look at access, neighbours and approvals, then come back with a written quote.