Civil Works Permits

A civil works permit is required if a builder needs to carry out excavation works on a footpath, nature strip or roadway, including any connection to Council's stormwater assets installed in a drainage easement. This permit must be obtained before work commences.

For industrial, commercial or multi-dwelling developments a town planning permit is required.

All residential civil works permit applications must first be assessed before a permit can be issued.

Application for civil works permit (Word - PDF - 275KB)

Permit conditions

• A non-refundable permit fee of $153 (GST free) is applicable.
• Council has the option to request a deposit.
• The permit is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
• Minimum $20 million public liability insurance is required. This may be obtained from any insurance company and is required when work is being carried out on or through a road reserve. Policy number and expiry date must be noted on the application form.
• A compulsory onsite inspection is required when the vehicle crossing is suitably prepared for construction and all excavation works are complete.
• 24 hours notice is required to arrange an inspection with Council.