Are you looking to build a structure like a garage, carport, pergola, deck, balcony or retaining wall? Check your requirements here.
You may need a planning permit, a building permit, or both for your project. If you require both a planning permit and building permit, then the planning permit will come first.
Planning permits can cover things like appearance and boundary regulations, and building permits focus on areas like safety regulations and construction details.
Parts of your construction which will likely need a permit include:
Pergolas, verandahs and carports have quite similar designs, but their technical differences will determine whether you need a permit. The Glossary of Building Terms uses these definitions:
The regulatory difference between these three things can come down to the kind of roof it has (if any). The structure of your building (i.e. based on the roof) can make a difference to:
You can call or email to talk to us about your plans to build.
Email: building@darebin.vic.gov.au Phone: 03 8470 8899
Email: townplan@darebin.vic.gov.au Phone: 03 8470 8850