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Class 1B Rooming Houses

Class 1B rooming houses are one of the fastest-growing forms of residential accommodation in Victoria. Built to National Construction Code (NCC) Class 1B standards, these homes provide safe, compliant, fully self-contained rooms for long-term tenants, students, young professionals, and essential workers.

They offer strong rental yields, stable occupancy rates, and a low-maintenance investment structure—making them a popular choice for investors looking for consistent, high-performing returns.

What Is a Class 1B?

A Class 1B building is defined under the NCC as:

  • A small-scale rooming house that accommodates 5 or more residents, and

  • Has a total floor area of no more than 300m², or

  • A building where rooms are rented individually with shared or private amenities.

These homes must meet strict safety and compliance standards including fire separation, access requirements, smoke detection systems, and essential safety measures.

How We Build Class 1B Rooming Houses

Marcon specialises in purpose-built Class 1B accommodation designed to maximise rental income while keeping construction efficient and cost-effective. We construct each home to meet all Class 1B requirements and deliver a finished product ready for leasing.

Our Builds Typically Include:

  • Individually keyed, self-contained rooms

  • Private ensuite bathrooms

  • Kitchenette or communal kitchen (depending on layout)

  • Shared laundry facilities

  • Enhanced fire safety systems (smoke alarms, egress paths, fire separation)

  • Energy-efficient heating and cooling

  • Low-maintenance materials and finishes

  • Car parking and landscaping compliant with council requirements

We coordinate all approvals, documentation, and compliance elements to ensure each dwelling meets Class 1B standards, including building permits, occupancy, fire safety systems, and any additional requirements set by local council.

Investor Benefits

Class 1B developments offer:

  • Higher rental yields compared to standard residential leases

  • Multiple income streams under one roof

  • Consistent demand in metro Melbourne areas

  • Lower risk due to diversified tenants

  • A purpose-built, low-maintenance investment product

With strong demand across Melbourne’s north-west—Taylors Lakes, St Albans, Keilor, Airport West—these dwellings provide an attractive option for investors seeking long-term, stable returns.

Our Delivery

We manage the full process:

  • Site assessment and layout planning

  • Coordination with designers and certifiers

  • Full construction and compliance upgrades

  • Fit-off, landscaping, and final handover

  • Occupancy-ready delivery

Each project is built with practical layouts, durable construction, and a strong focus on long-term rental performance.