Online and print resources for students of all ages
The Libraries provide a wide range of resources for students and researchers of all ages, including well-stocked
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Joondalup library – Reference collection
Short-term loans from the Reference Collection The majority of the
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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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Library services for jobseekers
City of Joondalup libraries have a variety of resources to help job seekers of all ages. Book collection The Libraries’ Business, [...]
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Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Community Reference Group
The role of the Reconciliation Action Plan Community Reference Group (RAPCRG) is to: Guide the [...]
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Waste Services Guide and Tipping Vouchers FAQ
Where can I download the Waste Guide and my greens vouchers? Waste Guide: click here. Greens tipping vouchers: click here. Vouchers [...]
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Beach Emergency Numbers (BEN) Sign Program
The City of Joondalup has recently received funding to install 65 Beach Emergency Numbers (BEN) signs as part of the Department of [...]
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Joondalup Design Review Panel
The Joondalup Design Review Panel is a Council-appointed panel providing independent expert advice on architecture, urban design, [...]
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Newspapers at the library
Copies of The West Australian, The Sunday Times and The Australian are purchased daily for the public to read at Duncraig, Woodvale and [...]
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Development (Planning) application requirements
Amendments to the Residential Design Codes 2024 The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) have released amendments to State [...]
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Development (planning) application – application process
On 18 December 2020, the Planning Regulation Amendment Regulations 2020 were gazetted by the Western Australian Planning Commission [...]
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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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About City libraries
The City of Joondalup Libraries are one of the largest and busiest public library services [...]
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Rates Transfer & Refund Fees
The City first introduced the following fees due to a large increase in the number of requests to transfer or refund monies that had [...]
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Home 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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Decks – approval requirements
A deck is a flat or raised platform capable of supporting loads, which is typically constructed outdoors. Decking is often built of [...]
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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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Business signage: approval requirements
Commercial advertising signs and devices on private land are required to comply with the provisions of the City’s Advertisements [...]
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Request to Close Pedestrian Accessways
Pedestrian accessways (PAW) provide access to essential services and provide pedestrian and [...]
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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 [...]
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Swimming pools and spas: safety barrier requirements
Owners and occupiers of a property with a private swimming or spa are required to maintain the barrier so that it is compliant with 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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Financial issues
Financial counselling For financial counselling assistance please contact the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007 or find a local [...]
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Rates payment options
How rates can be paid In full within 35 days By instalment By special payment arrangement. Paying in full within 35 days You can opt to [...]
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Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club Facility – redevelopment project
Project Summary The Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club redevelopment project will see the redevelopment of the existing clubroom facility, [...]
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Our customer experience commitment
The City’s Customer Service Charter outlines our commitment to provide customers an efficient, consistent and friendly customer [...]
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Strategic Community Plan — Joondalup 2032
Bold | Creative | Prosperous Joondalup 2032 is the City’s 10-Year Strategic Community Plan. The purpose of this plan is to articulate [...]
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Walk of Fame
Walk of Fame Inductees Salvatore ‘Sam’ Castiglione Weightlifter Salvatore ‘Sam’ Castiglione competed for Australia at the Edmonton 1978 [...]
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Abandoned shopping trolleys
Shopping trolleys taken outside of shopping areas can be hazardous and unsightly. Abandoned trolleys often: Obstruct the road or [...]
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Purchasing by the City
The City engages with suppliers to procure a wide variety of goods and services. These are [...]
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Rates payment methods
For your convenience Rates Notices can be paid using any of the following payment methods: Credit card Phone 1300 764 144 [...]
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Outdoor eating areas (alfresco activities)
Outdoor or ‘alfresco’ eating refers to an area in which tables, chairs and other structures are provided for the consumption of food or [...]
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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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Street Walls and Fences
A street wall or fence is any fence or wall, screen or barrier that abuts a street boundary or is located in the front setback area [...]
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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 a list of building approvals recorded against the property. [...]
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Dividing fences: liaising with your neighbour
Neighbour agreement may be required prior to making any changes to a dividing fence. Refer to Dividing fence matters – overview [...]
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Commercial, recreational and heavy vehicle parking
There are parking restrictions for residents who have: Caravans Trailers Boats Trucks Motor vehicles used in trade or business, heavier [...]
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Changes to Development within Housing Opportunity Areas
Background Housing Opportunity Areas are the 10 areas identified in the City of Joondalup’s Local Housing Strategy and the City’s Local [...]
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City of Joondalup Art Collection Indigenous Artworks
The City of Joondalup currently holds 25 artworks by Indigenous artists. This catalogue features research and words by guest Curator, [...]
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Varying a restrictive covenant on a title
A restrictive covenant is an agreement between two parties that restricts the use of land owned by one of those parties, for the [...]
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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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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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Pest control
There are many different types of pests that can cause concerns to residents. European wasps European wasps are declared pests in [...]
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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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Requests to purchase public land
Requests to purchase part of the verge adjoining a property The verge area adjoining properties is part of the road reserve that is [...]
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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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Building approval certificate applications
Building Approvals A building approval certificate confirms that the residential building has been assessed by a private building [...]
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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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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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