How to lodge an application
Electronic file requirements
File format
- All files must be in PDF format, where possible
- Contain one specific document or set of plans per file, not packaged together
- Unlocked with no password protection
File size
File size requirements depend on how the application or correspondence is lodged:
- Council's email mailbox will accept up to 24MB at one time
If a document or set of plans exceeds these limits, it should be:
- Split into smaller files
- Sent as separate emails (e.g. Proposal Plans 1 of 3)
Note: Documents for building and plumbing applications must be attached to an email.
File naming
- All file names must be titled to reflect the type of document
Lodging by email
To lodge applications and correspondence by email, refer to the following guidelines:
- One application per email
- Send emails to council's email mailbox - mail@scenicrim.qld.gov.au
- Provide all documentation in the 'electronic file requirements' outlined above
- Include credit card payment authorisation available at - www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/council-services/payments-and-forms/forms
Lodging in person or by post
- Applications for all construction submitted must include one (1) copy of all documentation
- Applications can be lodged in person at one of Council's Customer Service Centre's or via mail to the details listed below:
Mail:
Scenic Rim Regional Council,
PO Box 25, Beaudesert,
Queensland, 4285
Visit:
- Beaudesert Customer Service Centre, 82 Brisbane Street, Beaudesert
- Boonah Customer Service Centre, 70 High Street, Boonah
- Tamborine Library & Customer Servive, corner of Main Street and Yuulong Road, Tamborine Mountain
For any issues, please call: (07) 5540 5111
Fees and payment
Council requires payment of all applicable fees at the time of lodging an application. Failure to include payment at time of lodgment may result in the application being returned as "not properly made".
- Refer to council's current fees and charges.