The City can provide information and guidance on a range of building regulatory matters. The links below provide general information about building legislation and code requirements. If you require clarification, or if you cannot find the information you are looking for, please contact us.

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    Amending, extending or reissuing a permit
    In some cases it may be necessary to make changes to an approval after it is issued. Find out how here.
  • Builder registration and owner-builder approval
    A registered building contractor or owner-builder approval may be required if the estimated value of a building project exceeds $20,000.
  • Building Act 2011
    The Building Act 2011 (WA) came into operation on 2 April 2012, revolutionising the building approval process. Find out more about these...
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    Building classifications
    Buildings are assigned a classification based on their intended use. The National Construction Code applies some different requirements to...
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    Building in Bushfire Prone Areas
    New buildings in bushfire prone areas need to comply with new bushfire construction requirements. This also applies to some additions...
  • Cleaning gutters and downpipes
    Cleaning gutters and downpipes is a useful habit to get into.
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    Crossings and driveways
    A crossing is the part of a driveway between the kerb and the property boundary. Approval is required prior to the construction of a...
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    Easements
    Easements are restrictions on a land title generally used to protect services such as water, gas and drainage. Easements also enable access...
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    Energy Efficiency for Residential Buildings
    The National Construction Code includes provisions for energy efficiency for Class 1 buildings and certain Class 10 buildings. Find out more...
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    Fences and retaining walls
    Information about front and secondary street fences, dividing fences and retaining walls.
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    Home indemnity insurance
    Building contractors are required to take out a Home indemnity insurance policy for residential building work valued over $20,000.
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    National Construction Code
    The National Construction Code (NCC) is a suite of building and plumbing regulations that apply throughout Australia.
  • Site management
    During construction it is important to take measures to prevent or minimise impact on surrounding properties.
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    Smoke alarms for residential buildings
    Smoke alarms are now mandatory in all dwellings. Penalties may apply for failure to comply. Find out more here.
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    Stormwater drainage
    All buildings are required to have roof water directed to an approved disposal system, but the disposal method may vary depending on the...
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    Swimming pools and spas
    Safety and supervision is paramount around pools and spas. Advice and regulation information is contained within this section.
  • Termites and European house borer
    Termites and European house borer are both destructive pests that can cause major structural damage to buildings.

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