Council will close at 2pm on Wednesday 24 December and reopen at 9am on Monday 5 January 2026. For emergencies during this period, phone Council on (02) 6499 2222. More details:
Inspections during construction are important - they ensure compliance with consent conditions and ensure building work meets proper standards.
Apply online for your next building inspection. You can also request to reschedule or cancel a booking.
Information on what you need to do before you start building or renovating and how the construction phase is managed.
The BCA + Standards provides a nationally accepted set of technical requirements for all areas of building, from design to construction.
A checklist designed to help guide you through the planning process when building a dwelling or a shed, or doing alterations or additions.
Questions and answers on bushfire provisions and fire safety and development on a bushfire prone land.
Things you need to consider when managing a construction site.
Information about Fire safety certification
Home Warranty Insurance needs to be in place for your builder before a Complying Development Certificate or Construction Certificate can be issued.
Before you decide to do it yourself, find out if you need to complete an owner-builders course.
Information about Principal Certifying Authority
When renovating make sure you are not working with hazardous material and that you put safety first.