Residential development and renovations

A a granny plat with dark blue panelling

Ancillary dwellings (granny flat)

Find out about approvals required for ancillary dwellings (granny flats) and how to apply.

Building envelope

Building envelope modifications

Find out about approvals required for modifying a building envelope and how to apply.

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Carports

Learn when carports need approval, required setbacks and how to apply online.

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Chimneys, heating and fire pits

Learn about the requirements and approvals for chimneys, heaters and fire pits.

A closeup of a new decking outside of a house

Decking

Learn when decking requires approval, how to apply and key construction requirements.

A garage on a modern house

Garages

Learn about garage requirements and how to apply.

A white colourbond fence in front of a house

Fences

Find out what fencing approvals are required for building or modifying a front fence.

An antenna and small satellite on top of a house

Masts, antennas and flag poles

Find out when a mast, antenna or flagpole requires a building permit and how to apply.

The facade of an apartment building

Multiple dwellings

Learn about approval requirements for apartments (multiple dwellings).

A shed in a back garden

Outbuildings (sheds)

Learn when a shed requires approval, key requirements and how to apply online.

an outdoor area in a modern home

Patios

Learn when a patio or gazebo requires approval, key requirements and how to apply.

Shade sails and outdoor lighting

Pergolas, vergolas and shade sails

Learn when pergolas, vergolas or shade sails require approval and how to apply.

A grey retaining wall

Retaining walls

Find out when a retaining wall requires planning approval or a building permit and how to apply.

The wooden frame of a house during construction

Residential additions

Learn when home additions need approval and how to apply.

A concrete soak well

Soakwells and stormwater runoff

Find out how to manage stormwater runoff.

A close up of pool water of a residential pool with a solar cover in the background

Swimming pools and spas approvals

Learn how to keep your pool safe and compliant.

A pool inspector speaking with a homeowner in front of a pool

Swimming pool and spa inspections

Book a pool or spa barrier inspection and learn about requirements and fees.