A plain English explanation of this ACT planning and property term.
compact block means a block with an area of 250m2 or less.
A compact block is a block with an area of 250 square metres or less. This is a planning size category, not a description of the shape of the land. Different design controls can apply to compact, mid-sized and large blocks, so the category can affect setbacks, site coverage, planting and other development requirements.