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Council Approval Guide: Pathways and why a PPR is the essential first step.
Not sure if your Zinc Studio cabin needs council approval? We walk through everything you need to know including the three main planning pathways (Exempt, CDC, or DA), and why starting with a Preliminary Planning Report (PPR) is the smartest first step. Get clarity, avoid delays, and move forward with confidence.

Zinc Studio
Jun 234 min read
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Cabin Installation Guide
A quick guide to installing a Zinc Studio Cabin in a day!
This article walks you through every stage of the process, starting with site preparation like foundations and utility planning, all the way through to the finishing touches.

Zinc Studio
Jun 125 min read
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Airbnb Investment Guide: Let's Run The Numbers
Wondering if a prefab cabin can really pay its own way? Our quick‑read guide crunches the numbers on a turn‑key Zinc Studio cabin, covering purchase, set‑up, nightly rates, operating costs and even full bank finance. We show how hosts typically earn around $7k net a month and recoup their investment in under two years, all while guests enjoy a five‑star experience.

Zinc Studio
May 144 min read
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Trailer vs. Skid: Choosing Your Subframe
Compare road‑registrable trailer vs steel skid foundations for cabins and tiny homes. Learn transport rules, council approval, width limits, pros, cons and costs.

Zinc Studio
May 83 min read
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Off-Grid vs. On-Grid: A Simple Utilities Guide
Planning utilities for your new Zinc Studio cabin is as easy as choosing between two paths for water, power, and waste. This high‑level guide walks you through each option: mains or rainwater, grid or solar, septic or composting, highlighting the simple plug‑and‑play steps, key pros and cons, and the few small jobs your local tradies will handle. In just a few minutes, you’ll know exactly which setup suits your land, lifestyle, and budget. No technical jargon, no stress.

Zinc Studio
May 14 min read
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Follow A Zinc Studio Cabin Build: Part 4 - Delivery
Follow along with a Zinc Studio cabin build. In this article we take a look at the final step - delivery and installation.

Zinc Studio
Jul 18, 20232 min read
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Follow A Zinc Studio Cabin Build: Part 3 - Interior Cladding
Follow along with a Zinc Studio cabin build. In this article we take a look at the interior plywood cladding and its benefits.

Zinc Studio
May 25, 20233 min read
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Follow a Zinc Studio Cabin Build: Part 2 - Framing
Follow along with a Zinc Studio cabin build. In this article we take a look at the framing stage of construction and watch the cabin come to life.

Zinc Studio
May 4, 20232 min read
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Follow a Zinc Studio Cabin Build: Part 1 - Sub-Floor Assembly
Follow along with a Zinc Studio cabin build. In this article we take a look at assembling the sub-floor - the first step in building the cabin.

Zinc Studio
Apr 27, 20233 min read
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