Building FAQ

If you change the plans, you can change the building permit.

You may have to pay additional costs.

You can extend the building permit when the building takes longer than planned. Apply for an extension.

The Victorian Building Authority's Practice Note BP-01 provides guidance on when a building permit is not required for the proposed building work, and:

• When is a building permit required?
• What is building work
• Exemptions from building permit requirements

Read Practice Note BP-01 here.

For more information contact the Building Services Team on (03) 5755 0555.

Please use the request for certificates and plans and contact the Building Services Team on (03) 5755 0555.

You receive an Occupancy Permit after the final, mandatory inspection. You can also apply for an occupancy permit.

The Victorian Building Commission's (VBA) website has a comprehensive list of what to do if you have a problem or complaint.

The Victorian Building Association's (VBA) website provides up to date information regarding pools and spas.

Administrative / Technical Services - Fees 23/24FY

Report and Consent

Swimming Pool Registration Fees

Temporary Structures

Places of Public Entertainment (Pope)-

Consulting fees (per hr)

Fees 23/24FY

a. Commercial Works

You pay a lodgement fee, a fee that depends on the total cost of the works, and a state government levy.

1. The lodgement fee is $130.90
2. The State Government levy is $1.28 per $1,000, if the cost of work is more than $10,000.
3. The building permit fee is determined by the cost of work, project complexity, and the number of inspections required. Apply to Council for a competitive quote. 

b. Domestic Works

You pay a lodgement fee, a fee that depends on the total cost of the works, and a state government levy.

1. The lodgement fee is $130.90
2. The state government levy is $1.28 per $1,000, if the cost of work is more than $10,000
3. The building permit fee is determined by the cost of work, project complexity, and the number of inspections required. Apply to Council for a competitive quote. 

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The residential building standard for bushfire protection aims to improve the ability of a building to withstand a bushfire attack. This provides greater protection for the occupants who may be sheltering inside while the fire front passes.

The BAL takes into consideration a number of factors, including the Fire Danger Index, the slope of the land, types of surrounding vegetation and its proximity to any building.

Learn more online at the Victorian Building Authority here.

Access the VBA's Bushfire Attack Level Assessment Report Form here.

For information relating to Report and Consent (including necessary application forms) visit Council's Building page. 

There are many standards and regulations that apply to building. Some are listed here.

Installing or Changing a Septic Tank

You need a permit to install or change a septic tank. Apply for this permit.

Building on Stormwater Drainage

Council is responsible for stormwater drainage, and creates easements on private land to connect the network. This means you cannot build on a drainage easement. You are allowed to build light structures, such as chicken coops or cubby houses, but these may need to be removed for work on the drainage system. Council will not pay for their replacement.

Other Building Regulations and Standards

• Bushfire attack levels
• Owner builders
• YourHome guide for builders and renovators
• Registered building practitioners
• Registered architects