You'll need a 'Works within Road Reserve Permit' if you are planning on any works that impact or occupy Council managed land. This includes roads, road reserves, footpaths and open spaces. Examples of activities that would require a permit include driveway construction, stormwater connection, vehicle crossings, drainage works and any other works that temporarily or permanently affect Council land.
The property owner is responsible for the construction and maintenance of any of the above works in accordance with Council’s design requirements and standard drawings.
If you engage a contractor to do the works, you may ask them to undertake the permit process on your behalf, however it is highly recommended you ask to see their public liability insurance policy. The application form requires public liability insurance details of the contractor.
Property owners and their contractors are responsible for ensuring work doesn't disturb existing utility services.
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1. Obtain a Works Within Road Reserve Permit Application form here or from the Council Offices.
Works Within a Road Reserve Permit Application(PDF, 257KB)
2. Complete the application form and include any other supplementary information as required to support the permit. Please ensure you read the Notes on page 1 and understand the Standard Conditions of Consent on page 5 of the application form.
3. Forward a copy of the completed and signed application form to Council along with required fee and refundable security deposit as noted on page 3 of the application. If you are unsure of the required fees, please contact Council’s Engineering Department.
4. Payments of the applicable fees and security deposit where necessary, are to be made over the counter at the Shire office, by phone or mail. A receipt will be issued.
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5. Once the application has been received and fees paid, Council will then review the application. A site inspection may be required and this process can take up to 5 business days.
6. Notification of Successful Application, including a permit number will be made to the applicant following a review of the application.
7. Works can commence once the applicant has received an approved permit.
8. Upon completion of the works, the applicant must notify Council to arrange a post-completion inspection.
9. Refund of the security deposit will be made only when the works and any remedial works deemed necessary have been completed to the satisfaction of Council.
There is a fee payable for a Works Within A Road Reserve permit based on the work type and the road classification. The fees are expressed in a table shown on page 2 of the application form with typical examples also shown. Fees are based on a standard fee unit set by the Road Management (Works Infrastructure) Regulations 2015, which is updated each year.
A refundable security deposit is also payable, with the amount determined by the type of work being undertaken and potential for damage to Council infrastructure.
The security deposit will be refunded upon satisfactory completion of the works, following Council's inspection.