I wouldn't bother talking to the council to be honest. They never tell you anything concrete because interpretations of rules change all the time. Go talk to a local surveyor, and ask about whats going on.
Look around the area for similar properties that is a good way to tell if you can do it or not.

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Hey Matt,I'm in Frankston too. good to know people are in the area with the same ideas.I got a room mate to help me pay off some of the mortgage and am going through the house renovating.Trying to get some more equity in the place.Something else to think about,joehann.