You will need this permit if you intend to build or landscape in a way that may impact council owned property. The types of activities that may need this permit include:
- construction of a dwelling, unit, garage, pool house or building
- demolition or removal of a structure
- extension to a dwelling
- additions or alterations to a dwelling
- construction or installation of a swimming pool or spa
- fencing with continuous concrete strip footing, brick or masonry fencing
- commercial or industrial development
- structural or civil works.
This permit helps the council protect public property against damage due to building work. It also helps protects owners and builders against paying for pre-existing damage on public property.
Your council may require you to pay a deposit or bond prior to commencing works.