Granny Cabin’ concept

Press, 13 April 1984, Page 15

Granny Cabin’ concept

The Granny Cabins that initiated the long line of practical and inexpensive designs now produced by the Canterbury Cottage Co. have provided a workable and reasonably-priced alternative for family care of a relative at home. As the name suggests, they have been most commonly used as selfcontained accommodation for the elderly, giving a measure of independence and privacy while keeping them close to the family and easily cared for. Many of the Granny Cabins sold have been specifically fitted out for the use of people with physical disabilities, with appointments including wheelchair ramps and wheelchair access to shower, toilet and kitchen areas; the relocation of switches, catches and cupboards; and rails in the bathroom and toilet. The company’s Granny

Cabins have been designed in consultation with local bodies and conform in every way with necessary regulations. The units can be erected on any section, the company maintains, even those without drive-on access, since their design permits them to be lifted by crane over an existing residence. This operation is done with the unit in two parts, which are securely bolted together on a pre-laid foundation. Both the single and the twoperson accommodation units can be located in this way without difficulty, the company says. The company undertakes to repurchase Granny Cabins when they are no longer required. This unique facility is of particular value when a permit for their erection is sought, as the cottage can be classified as term accommodation. The units are easily removed for relocation when their usefulness has expired.