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Drainage and easements

• Connect to the stormwater drain system
• Identify easements on your property

Fences

• Replace or build a new front fence
• Replace or build a new side or rear fence

House construction and demolition

• Build a new dwelling
• Alter or extend a dwelling
• Demolish all or part of a building

Home-based businesses

• Run a home-based business

Multi-unit developments

• Construct a multi-unit development

Naturestrips, roads and footpaths

• Build or repair or remove a crossover
• Store equipment on a footpath or nature strip
• Dig up a road, nature strip or footpath
• Protect Council assets during construction

Pools and spas

• Install a pool or spa
• Pool and spa barrier safety

Structures on the property

• Build a pergola
• Build a shed, gazebo, garage or carport
• Build a veranda
• Construct a deck
• Construct a retaining wall
• Install a water tank

Structures on the roof

• Install a satellite dish
• Install an aerial or antenna
• Install solar panels

Subdivision and consolidation

• Subdivide land
• Consolidate land

Trees

• Find out whether a tree is protected.
• Protect a tree during construction

Permit applications

Once you know which permits you need for your project, you can prepare your application.

• Apply for a Planning Permit
• Apply for a Building Permit

Contact details

For help with Planning Permits, contact Statutory Planning on 9278 4888 or email [email protected].

For help with Building Permits, contact Building Services on 9278 4999 or email [email protected].

For queries related to drainage, call 9278 4593. View standard drawings for drainage.

Sustainability in Boroondara

Planning a renovation is a great opportunity to make your home more sustainable.

• Enhance local biodiversity by creating a wildlife-friendly garden.
• Be aware of the impact of waste on the environment and dispose of waste responsibly.
• Reduce the waste you send to landfill by ordering a compost bin.
• Make your home more water sensitive by installing a water tank.
• Make responsible choices when you plant on your naturestrip.
• Switch to renewable energy by installing solar panels.