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Do I need a permit?

Planning a renovation or works on your property? A building permit is required for all building works unless exempted under Schedule 3 of the Building Regulations 2018.

The Victorian Building Authority provides information on when permits are required - visit the VBA website.

Find out whether you need a planning or building permit, or both, using our guides below.

Check out what planning zones and overlays affect your property

Build a deck

Find out if you need a planning or building permit to build a deck.

Build a retaining wall on private property

Find out if you need a Building Permit to build a retaining wall on private property.

Build or install a shed, gazebo or carport

Find out if you need a building or planning permit to build or install a shed, gazebo, or carport on your property.

Verandah’s, Pergolas, Shade Structures/Sails & Gazebos

Find out if you need a building permit to build your verandah, pergola, shade structures/sails or gazebo.

Check the planning zones and overlays on a property

Find out what planning zone and overlays are on your property.

Install solar panels on your roof

Find out if you need a building or planning permit to install solar panels on your roof.

Remove, destroy, or lop a tree or other vegetation on your property

We love our treed region, which is why we protect it. Most trees and vegetation require a permit to be removed, destroyed, or lopped.

The difference between planning and building permits

There are many situations where you may need a planning permit, a building permit or both.

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