Building services
Occupancy permits
We issue occupancy permits to confirm that a building is safe and suitable for its intended use.
You must apply for an occupancy permit for:
- a newly constructed building
- a building that has been altered (extension or renovation)
- a building that is being adapted for a new use
- places of public entertainment
Apply for an occupancy permit
To apply:
- complete the occupancy permit application form (download below)
- you will be asked to supply the following as part of your application (see certificate checklist on application form)
- electrical safety certificate
- plumbing certificate — general, roofing, drainage, gas, effluent and solar hot water systems
- termite prevention measures
- information about the glazing used
- letter stating the dwelling has been constructed in compliance with the BAL report
- letter stating the dwelling has been constructed in compliance with the 6-star energy rating report including the insulation
- approval to use septic system
- return your documents to any of our Customer and Library Service Centres and pay the fee; or
- return your documents to Mitchell Shire Council and an officer will call you to take payment over the phone
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This page was last updated on 17 July 2019.