Earthworks and Siteworks are considered to be any alteration to the land contour or disturbance of land. These include the importation of clean fill, excavation, backfilling, retaining or re-compaction of existing natural ground that is, or will be, associated with the construction of a building or incidental structure. Earthworks and Siteworks require building approval from the Shire.

What is required?

  • Owners who have chosen to do the earthworks in lieu of their builder, must obtain a building permit prior to any earthworks commencing.
  • Earthworks over $20,000 must be either a registered builder or an approved owner-builder before applying to the local government for a building permit.
  • Builders who rely on an owner for completing earthworks must ensure the earthworks are completed as per the building permit before commencing work on a building.
  • A building permit for a building will not be issued for a building or incidental structure if a permit for earthworks is outstanding or required.
  • If an effluent disposal system is required, an application for the installation of an apparatus for the treatment of sewage shall be required prior to issue of a building permit for earthworks.

What documents do I need for my Building Application?

  • Completed application form BA1 or BA2 with all owners noted and builders section completed and signed
    Applicable fees (please see fee schedule)
  • Certificate of design compliance (only if submitting a BA1 – Certified Building Application)
  • Site plan at a minimum scale of 1:200 showing:
    - Full extent of earthworks including proposed finished sand pad level
    - Setbacks from the lot boundaries and all other buildings on the property.
    - Location of any proposed effluent disposal systems
    - A permanent datum point, contours, spot levels and feature survey of the property.
  • Elevations at a minimum scale of 1:100 showing:
    - Heights and materials for any embankments, stone pitching or retaining
    - All existing and proposed ground levels
  • Engineering details signed by a structural engineer showing:
    - Site report and soil classification (Geotechnical report)
    - Footing details (if required)
    - Stone pitching details (if required)
    - Construction details

    Other Documents

    Do I need to be a registered builder?

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