Building permit application requirements
There are two types of building permit applications: Certified – an application that has been assessed by a private building [...]
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When is a building permit required?
A building permit application is an application made under the Building Act 2011 and Building Regulations 2012, and is required for [...]
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Frequently Asked Questions for lodging a building, planning or environmental health application online
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What applications am I able to lodge? Once you become a registered user within the City of Joondalup you can lodge: Building [...]
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Building approval certificate applications
A building approval certificate confirms that the residential building has been assessed by a private building surveyor for compliance [...]
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Public buildings: approval requirements
A public building is a building, place or part of a building where people may assemble for: Civic, theatrical, social, political or [...]
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Occupancy permit applications
An occupancy permit is a certificate which allows you to move into a commercial property and/or run a business. An occupancy permit is [...]
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Home indemnity insurance and owner-builder requirements
Home indemnity insurance covers the home owner (and subsequent owners) for residential building work and loss of deposit should the [...]
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Building services fees and charges
Effective from Wednesday 1 July 2020. Building Construction Industry Training Fund (BCITF) and Building Service Levy are State [...]
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Patio – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define a patio as: “An unenclosed structure covered in a water impermeable material which may or [...]
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Retaining walls – approval requirements
A retaining wall is a wall or structure designed and constructed to support soil at a slope steeper than can be naturally supported. [...]
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Building permit application process
Lodgement Once an application has been lodged the City will check to ensure all necessary information has been provided. If further [...]
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Converting a garage to a habitable room (living space)
A carport or garage may be converted to a habitable room (e.g. bedroom, study, living area) if there is sufficient space elsewhere on [...]
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Business signage: approval requirements
Permanent signs are required to comply with the provisions of the City’s Signs Policy A ‘sign’, ‘advertisement’ and ‘advertising [...]
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When is building consent required from adjoining neighbours?
Whilst not all building permit applications will need consideration by your neighbour, the City encourages land owners and/or [...]
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Carport – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define a carport as: “A roofed structure designed to accommodate one or more motor vehicles, [...]
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Pergolas and shade sails – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes define a pergola as: ‘An open framed structure covered in a water permeable material or unroofed, [...]
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Demolition permit applications
A demolition permit is required for demolition, dismantling or removal of a building or incidental structure. When only demolishing a [...]
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Building permit application – extension of time
A building permit is valid for two years from the date of issue. After that date, it ceases to have effect. Where building works have [...]
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Advising neighbours when undertaking building work
The City encourages land owners and/or applicants to discuss proposals with neighbours that may be affected by building work. [...]
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Copies of house or building plans
Most of the City’s building plans are held in micro-fiche format. Where available, the City can provide land owners with copies of site [...]
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Lodging house
Under the Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911, a ‘lodging house’ is any building or structure or part of the building or [...]
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Outbuilding (shed) – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define an outbuilding as: ‘An unenclosed non-habitable structure that is detached from any [...]
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Joondalup Activity Centre Plan
The Joondalup Activity Centre Plan (JACP) is a strategic planning document developed by the City of Joondalup, provides guidance on the [...]
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Building plan enquiries
A City officer is available in person and by phone to answer general enquiries between 8.30am and 5.00pm Monday to Friday. The City can [...]
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Business approval requirements
Starting a business will require some type of approval from the City, even for a home-based business. It is critical to ensure that all [...]
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Street fences: secondary street fences
A secondary street fence is a wall, screen or barrier that abuts a street boundary that is not the primary frontage (front fence) but [...]
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Street fences: front fences
A front fence is a wall, screen or barrier that abuts a street boundary or is located in the front setback area of a residential [...]
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Built Strata Applications (Form 15A and Form 15C)
Built strata subdivision is defined by reference to buildings and areas which make up the boundaries of the land parcels, whereas [...]
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Bushfire prone areas – approval requirements
A bushfire prone area is an area identified as being at risk of bushfire as designated by the State Government. These areas can be seen [...]
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Development (planning) application – what requires approval
On 18 December 2020, the Planning Regulation Amendment Regulations 2020 were gazetted by the Western Australian Planning Commission [...]
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Deemed to Comply Checks for Single Houses
What is a deemed-to-comply check? The construction of a new single house, or extensions and/or renovations to an existing house may be [...]
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Hairdressing premises: approval requirements
To operate a hairdressing establishment within the City, the proprietor must ensure that the premises meets the provisions of the [...]
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Skin penetration premises: approval requirements
Skin penetration is a procedure which incorporates the skin or mucous membrane being cut, punctured, torn or shaved. Skin penetration [...]
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Purchasing a property and land purchase inquiries
If you are intending to purchase a property, the City is able to provide information on previous approvals listed against the property. [...]
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Building permit application – completion of works (BA7 Form)
Once building works have been completed the builder is responsible for lodging a Notice of Completion (BA7 form) with the City within [...]
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Short-term accommodation
Short-term accommodation is defined under the City’s Local Planning Scheme No. 3 (LPS3) as: “Temporary accommodation [...]
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Home-based business
A home business is a business operating at home by a resident of the property. There are three types of home businesses under the [...]
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Fences adjoining public open space
The Dividing Fences Act 1961 does not apply to the Crown land (government) or to land used for public purposes such as roads and paths [...]
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Activating the City’s places
What is placemaking and activation? Placemaking is a process of activating spaces to create vibrant and thriving places, encouraging [...]
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Subdivision – clearance of subdivision conditions
The approval of a subdivision application will usually be subject to conditions that are required to be met (or cleared) prior to [...]
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Keeping of pigeons
If you would like to keep pigeons on your property, you must apply to the City for a Certificate of Registration. Unless approved prior [...]
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Public buildings – event approvals
Most events being held in the City require the event organiser to obtain an approval under the Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act [...]
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Commercial bin enclosure
The City’s Health Local Law 1999 requires commercial developments and multi-residential developments to provide a bin enclosure. This [...]
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Swimming pools and spas: safety barrier requirements
Owners and occupiers of a property with a private swimming or spa pool are required to maintain a safety barrier that complies with the [...]
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Sport and Recreation Support
The City of Joondalup is committed to supporting the delivery of sport and recreation to the community. The City provides support for [...]
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Solar panels – approval requirements
Solar panels on single house and grouped dwellings do not require development (planning) approval or a building permit. All solar [...]
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Local housing strategy – building in a housing opportunity area
All buildings proposed at the higher density in Housing Opportunity Areas must be designed having regard to the requirements of the [...]
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Change of land use approval requirements
On 18 December 2020, the Planning Regulation Amendment Regulations 2020 were gazetted by the Western Australian Planning Commission [...]
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Benefits of locating your business in Joondalup
The City of Joondalup is located just 25 kilometres north of the Perth CBD in one of Australia’s fastest growing regions. Through [...]
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Starting a new food business
If you are looking to start a new food business, that includes the construction or internal fit-out of a building or mobile food truck, [...]
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