Infringement appeal – parking infringement
It is recognised that occasionally there may be mitigating circumstances which are not apparent at the time the infringement is [...]
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Noise – make a noise complaint
Where noise is causing a problem, the best approach is often to speak with your neighbour and discuss your concerns. Your neighbour may [...]
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Capital Works Project Dashboard
The information below shows the Capital Works projects in progress during the current financial year. The current Five Year Capital [...]
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Rates – Direct Debit Request (in full, instalments or special arrangement)
Use this online form to authorise the City of Joondalup to arrange for funds to be debited from your bank account for payment of your [...]
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Noise – pool pumps, spa pumps and pool cleaning systems
Pool and spa pumps Pool pumps and filters can often cause a noise disturbance to nearby neighbours. When installing a swimming pool or [...]
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Noise – musical instruments
Under the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997, the playing of a musical instrument that is likely to cause a disturbance [...]
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Noise – gardening, power tools and other equipment
There are many types of equipment and activities that occur on residential properties that may create excessive noise. This may include [...]
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Noise – aircraft, trains or road vehicles
Noise emissions from aircraft, trains and road traffic noise are generally exempt from the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations [...]
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Noise – intruder alarms
Alarms can be an effective way to improve home security, deter potential burglars and protect property from theft. However, false [...]
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Noise – basketballs or sports equipment
Noise generated from children playing basketball at home, can sometimes result in a disturbance being caused to immediate neighbours. [...]
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Customer service feedback
The City strives to deliver better customer service and encourages you to provide feedback. Whether you have a request for action, a [...]
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Noise – construction or building sites
The Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997 allow construction work to be carried out between 7.00am and 7.00pm on Monday to [...]
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Noise – flags and windchimes
The noise created from flags can sometimes cause a disturbance to neighbours, particularly where the halyard and shackles are banging [...]
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Unauthorised parking on private property
The City can provide a parking enforcement service to private property owners that experience difficulties with unauthorised users of [...]
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Community events calendar – Submit your event
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Employee benefits
Competitive pay is only one part of the City of Joondalup’s whole employment package. Below is a summary of the range of conditions and [...]
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Septic apparatus – decommissioning a septic apparatus notification form
Property owners should advise the City once a septic apparatus has been decommissioned, by completing and submitting a decommissioning [...]
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Smoking in enclosed places
There are restrictions in place in WA regarding the places that a person can smoke and also for the display of tobacco products. For [...]
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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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Noise
There are many sources of noise in residential areas. Where noise is causing a problem, the best approach is often to speak with your [...]
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Greywater reuse
Greywater is the term used to describe the wastewater generated from bathrooms, laundries and kitchens, but does not include toilet [...]
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Septic tanks – waste water disposal, installation and decommissioning
Septic tank systems provide a method of on-site wastewater disposal that can be used to allow development of land where deep sewerage [...]
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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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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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Outbuilding (shed) – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define an outbuilding as: ‘An enclosed non-habitable structure that is detached from any [...]
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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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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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Search decisions on building and planning applications
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Development Assessment Panel (DAP)
A Development Assessment Panel (DAP) is an independent decision-making body for some larger scale development (planning) applications. [...]
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Garage – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define a garage as: ‘Any roofed structure, other than a carport, designed to accommodate [...]
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Ancillary dwelling (granny flats) – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define an ancillary dwelling, also known as a granny flat, as a: “Self contained dwelling [...]
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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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Patio – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define a patio as: ‘An unenclosed structure covered in a water impermeable material which [...]
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Subdivision
Subdivision is the division of land into smaller lots and/or amalgamation of several lots into one larger lot. The potential to [...]
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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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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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Local planning strategy
The Local Planning Strategy enables the Council and the community to determine the vision and strategic planning direction for the City [...]
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Local planning scheme amendments
A scheme amendment is the process of changing part of a local planning scheme. The City’s Local planning scheme is Local Planning [...]
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Structure plans, activity centre plans and local development plans
A structure plan is a planning document consisting of text and maps which identifies how land is intended to be developed, and provides [...]
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Property information and street numbering
Property boundaries The City’s online maps service provides a range of property information, including property dimensions and [...]
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Pergolas and shade sails – approval requirements
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) define a pergola as: ‘An open framed structure covered in a water permeable material or [...]
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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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Retaining walls and site works – 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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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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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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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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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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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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