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Ancillary dwellings

Find out about requirements for ancillary dwellings, commonly called granny flats, and converting a garage into a dwelling.

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Asbestos

Find information about identifying, handling and disposing of asbestos during building, renovation or demolition work.

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Building permits

Find out when a building permit is required and what information may be needed with an application.

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Bushfire prone areas and BAL

Find out about development in bushfire prone areas, Bushfire Attack Level assessments and related approval requirements.

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Cubby houses

Find out whether approval is required for a cubby house or children’s play structure.

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Demolition permits

Find out when a demolition permit is required and what must be considered before removing a building or structure.

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Drainage easements

Find out how drainage easements may affect building and development on a property.

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Earthworks and retaining walls

Find out about approval requirements for excavation, filling, earthworks and retaining walls.

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Engineers certification

Find out when engineering drawings, structural calculations or certification may be required.

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Fencing

Find out about requirements for front, side, rear and boundary fencing.

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Owner builder

Find information about owner-builder requirements and responsibilities.

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Residential Design Codes

Find information about the Residential Design Codes, commonly called the R-Codes, and how they apply to residential development.

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Second-hand and imported dwellings

Find out about approvals for relocating, importing or placing a second-hand dwelling on a property.

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Shipping containers

Find out what approvals may be required to place or use a shipping container on a property.

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Stormwater and drainage

Find information about managing stormwater and drainage as part of building or development work.

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Swimming pools, spas and ponds

Find out about approvals, safety barriers and inspection requirements for swimming pools, spas and ponds.

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