Do you need a building permit or planning permit?

We have created the below tool to help you gather information that may be needed for your permit.

Search your address in the box below, and it will take you to another page where you can download your property planning report.

The Property Planning report has information that will show which overlays are affecting which regions of your property, which will assist in knowing if any permits will be required.

For more information, please contact the Planning Team.

You generally need to obtain a council planning permit to change the use of land, construct a new building or change existing buildings.

You may need a planning permit to:

• start a business
• prune or remove a tree
• subdivide land
• build two or more dwellings (units/townhouses)
• extend your home
• change the use of land or buildings
• display a sign
• reduce required car parking spaces
• develop in rural areas
• open a restaurant, cafe, bar or tavern
• install a satellite dish
• remove or vary a covenant/restriction
• develop in the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO).

If you plan to do some building work around the house, you should check with us to find out whether you need a building permit.

You may need a building permit for the following types of works:

• building extensions and renovations
• carports
• garages and sheds
• building removal
• pergolas
• verandas and deckings
• retaining walls
• re-stumping an existing building