Road opening permit application form

You must apply for a road opening permit before undertaking any excavation of the footpath, naturestrip, or kerb and channel to connect to Council drainage in the street or easement. 

This permit is issued over the counter at Council's City Offices, Braeside Avenue Ringwood. 

The permit fee is $230.50. 

How to pay fees

You can pay the required fees in person at Council's City Offices in Braeside Avenue: 

• by cheque, made payable to Maroondah City Council

• by cash/eftpos/credit card. Please note we do not accept Diners or American Express cards. 

Further information contact Council’s Engineering team on 1300 88 22 33