Lodging a building and plumbing application or extension of time

Applications for building approvals can be lodged and assessed through Council or a Private Certifier. All plumbing applications are required to be assessed by Council.

Building and plumbing information

More information on requests for Not-for-Profit, Certificate of Classification, water approvals, asbestos, temporary dwellings, tiny houses, as constructed template for plumbers.

Demolishing, removal and relocating buildings

Find out more about the approvals required to remove, relocate or demolish a structure.

Swimming pools and spas

Find out more about the Queensland Government's pool safety laws that affect all new and existing pools.

Building siting variation application

Is a prescribed area of land parcel that cannot be built on unless dispensation is given by Council.

Notifiable Works (Form 4)

Notifiable works is work a plumber or drainlayer can do without a local government permit or mandatory inspections.

Backflow prevention devices

Backflows is a device used to prevent the reverse flow of water that may contaminate drinking water.

On-site sewerage facilities (OSSF)

OSSF is installed on a premises for treating and disposing of sewerage generated from the premises.

Rainwater tanks

More information and guidelines for the installation and use of rainwater tanks.

Applying for as constructed plans and building/plumbing search requests

If you need plans or details on approvals on your property.

Stormwater

More information on stormwater which is the run-off from an existing structure on a property, natural lay of the land and roads and drains.

Trees and dividing fences

Who is responsible for maintaining trees and fences? Find out more.