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Building
Council ensures compliance of buildings, both existing and proposed, with the Building Act and Regulations. Find our more about Building Permit applications and inspections, variations to Building Regulations and advice on swimming pool/spa safety barriers.
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6 Star Energy Rating
All new homes must have a 6 Star energy rating.
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Asset Protection
An Asset Protection Permit is issued to enable owners and builders to transport building materials and equipment across Council infrastructure assets.
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Balconies and Balustrades
Balconies should be regularly monitored and maintained.
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Bin skips
Information on your obligations when hiring a bin skip on Council land
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Building Permit
Information on what is required when applying for a building permit.
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Building Approval Particulars
Apply to find out building permit approval history.
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Building on water prone land
Obtaining permission to build on flood prone land or land liable to overland flows.
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Building over easement
Information on erecting a structure over, or partially over, an easement.
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Bushfire prone areas
Applicants for a building permit within a designated bushfire prone area must obtain a site assessment of their property to determine the appropriate Bushfire Attack Level.
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Clean Fill
To asist residents, Council maintains a register of people that require clean fill.
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Copies of building plans
Information on how to apply for copies of building plans.
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Engineering Standard Drawings
Engineering Standard Drawings giving drawing number and title.
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Noise Complaints
How to deal with noise issues in your neighbourhood.
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Owner Builders
Owner Builders must obtain a Certificate of Consent from the Building Practitioners Board.
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Pool & Spa Safety Barriers
Information on when a building permit is required and the types of safety barriers necessary.
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Property Information
Information regarding flood prone areas, bushfire areas, overland drainage etc. can be obtained by lodging a Property Information application.
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Rainwater Tanks & Grey Water Reuse
Information for residents wanting to install a rainwater tank or grey water system.
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Rooming Houses
Guide to advise building owners and prospective operators of the regulatory requirements of Rooming Houses that must be met prior to converting or commencing operation of such a facility.
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Septic Tank Systems
Information for property owners wanting to install or alter a septic tank.
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Siting Requirements
General Siting Requirements For Single Dwellings & Outbuildings.
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Smoke alarms and fire safety
It is compulsory to install smoke alarms in all residential buildings.
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Termite Protection
Providing a termite barrier that will ensure termites will not enter a building by a concealed route.
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Vehicle Crossing Permits
Vehicle Crossing guidelines and application process
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