Building Permits

Building permits are required for most types of building work.

You can complete a Building Permit Application form (PDF 186kb).

Further information is provided for you in the following guides to help you complete your application form.

  1. Houses, additions and alterations
  2. Garages, sheds, pergolas, verandahs and decks
  3. Demolitions and Removals
  4. Relocated dwellings
  5. Swimming Pools
  6. Fences
  7. Commercial buildings
  8. Public events (POPE)
  9. Some building work may trigger the need for a Planning Permit or Septic Tank Permit.

Enquiries should be made with Council's Planning team or Health team on 1300 BCOAST (226 278).

If you are unsure if you need a permit you can contact our Building Team on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) for independent advice and information.

New Dwellings, Additions & Alterations

Are you wanting to build, or perhaps add an addition to your home?

Decks, Verandahs, Sheds etc

Wanting to build a new deck, verandah, shed, pergola or outbuilding on your property?

Demolitions or Removals

If you are considering demolishing or removing buildings or structures on your property, you will require a building permit to do so.

Relocated dwellings

What do I need to do to relocate a dwelling or building?

Swimming Pools & Spas

Swimming pools and spas require a permit. Safety barriers such as gates and fences must comply with the Building Code of Australia.

Commercial buildings

A building permit is required to construct, extend or alter a commercial building

Places of Public Entertainment (P.O.P.E.)

Are you considering holding a public entertainment event? You may require an occupancy permit so please contact our Building team with your enquiry

Rescode

The Municipal Building Surveyor has the authority to consider and determine Rescode variations and other types of reports and consents.

Stormwater discharge point

If you are building or renovating, you may be required by your Building Surveyor to apply for a location for stormwater legal point of discharge. You will need to submit the form to Council and a fee does apply.

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