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Everything You Need to Know About Worker Accommodation

If you’re running a farm in Victoria, finding reliable housing for your seasonal or relocating workers can be a real challenge. With demand higher than ever, many farms are struggling to keep up.

That’s where Vic Housing Group can help. We make it simple to provide comfortable, safe, and compliant homes for your team—without the usual stress of building on-site.

Why Housing Your Staff Properly Matters

Comfortable workers are happy workers, and happy workers stay longer. Many farms turn to us because they need more than just a roof over someone’s head—they want homes that feel like a home.

Our compact, relocatable houses give your staff space, privacy, and the comforts they need, helping reduce turnover and boost productivity.

The Benefits of Relocatable Homes

Transportable homes aren’t just easy to install—they’re flexible. If your farm’s needs change, you can move the units, sell them, or remove them with minimal footprint.

Unlike traditional cottages or dongers, there’s no permanent impact on your land. And in rural Victoria, planning permits aren’t usually required for homes under 60m²—just a building permit, which we take care of for you.

Cost and Options

You can expect a unit to cost between $130,000 and $160,000, with delivery and connection ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on location. Need off-grid solutions for remote spots? We can do that too.

All our homes meet Victorian building standards, including bushfire requirements if needed, and are built to withstand daily wear and tear.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Farmers sometimes make the mistake of buying non-compliant homes from other states or overseas. Victorian building standards are strict, and non-compliant units can cause delays, fines, or problems with council approvals.

That’s why it’s important to work with a provider who knows the rules and can deliver units that are fully certified.

Quick, Hassle-Free Installation

From signing the contract, it usually takes around 15 weeks for a unit to be built and installed on your property. Everything is designed to be low-maintenance and durable, so you don’t have to worry about repairs or ongoing issues.

Use Your Units How You Want

Once certified, you can use your units for seasonal staff, farm-stay tourism, Airbnb income, or even family accommodation. As long as they meet building codes, the choice is yours.

Make Your Farm More Productive

Providing safe, comfortable, and relocatable homes for your staff shouldn’t be complicated. With Vic Housing Group, you can give your workers the space they deserve, reduce turnover, and make your farm a better place to work—without all the traditional construction headaches.