Waste collections are not impacted by Australian Services Union industrial action at this time, allowing Council services to return to normal. If customers have any missed collections, these should be reported to Customer Service (Phone: 03 8470 8888). Council will keep the community informed if this changes.
Building permits within Darebin are administered and issued by private building surveyors.
A building permit is required for many types of building project.
The building permit ensure that all works are inline with current regulations and do NOT commence without the required safety measures and insurances being in place.
In many cases building works will require both a planning permit, and a building permit.
More here about the types of work that may require a building permit, and the difference between building permits and planning permits.
A private building surveyor issues building permits and needs to be engaged before work commences.
To find a private building surveyor, please visit the Victorian Building Authority's Find a practitioner page.
More about the role of the private building surveyor (also known as the PBS).
Building Department Phone: 03 8470 8899 Email: building@darebin.vic.gov.au