What approvals do I need? - Carport and Garage

Planning
A carport or garage does not require a planning permit in a Residential Zone as long as a dwelling already exists on the land. Planning approval may be required for Carport/Garage in all other zones.
Please note: where applicable a planning approval should be obtained prior to submitting a building permit.
You can talk to a planner in person or call them on 5662 9200.

Building
A building permit is required for the construction of a Carport/Garage.

Wastewater
If a septic tank system could be affected by the building or driveway access then a Report and Consent or Permit to Alter a Wastewater System should be obtained from Council.

Planning
Completed planning permit application form and checklist
Relevant fees (refer to the Planning Fee Schedule)
A current copy of title for the land including, the title plan and a copy of any covenants or 173 agreements on the title (no more than 60 days old).
Three (3) copies of site plan drawn to scale (preferably at 1:100 or 1:200) showing setbacks to the front, side and rear boundaries and the extent of any cut/fill (earthworks).  
Three (3) copies of floor plans and elevations drawn to scale (preferably 1:100 or 1:200) showing the dimensions of the building, height of the building from natural ground level, colours and finishes of any building materials. Please note: engineering/structural drawings DO NOT constitute an elevation plan.

Building
Contact a private Building Surveyor to obtain a building permit.

Wastewater
Submit Report and Consent or Septic Tank Application to Alter with appropriate fee (refer to Wastewater Fee Schedule).

Planning permit application form

Planning Fees

List of private building surveyors

Sheds - What approval do I need?

Application for Report & Consent (septic tanks)

Septic Tank Application to Install, Alter or Amend

Wastewater Fee Schedule