Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Feb 18, 2011 4:34 pm hi guys i need some help, my builder has requested me to apply for a planning permit (dont know why) now i rang the council and they have told me that i dont need a planning pemit because im building one single storey house and my block is greater then 500sq. Now the lady from the council has said 'we can give you a verbal answer over the phone but if you want it in writing there will be a fee of $95' what the f@#^ are you serious its a piece of paper with a few words on it. So im not going to spend that money so im hoping my builder will be ok with it any thoughts? Re: planning permit 3Feb 18, 2011 8:22 pm I agree, $95 is worth it in my eyes to have the assurance and head off any potential problems with council in the future. Re: planning permit 4Feb 18, 2011 9:35 pm First step would be to find out exactly why your builder thinks you need a planning permit. Building the Ascent 3000 with Burbank http://www.burbank.com.au/HouseDetails.aspx?houseId=82 viewtopic.php?f=31&t=39638 Re: planning permit 5Feb 18, 2011 10:46 pm i know its only $95 but its just as easy as them calling and asking if i need one but my fiance works at a building surveyor company and they deal with permits aswell, and she got told we dont need a planning permit and they dont know why his asking for one. As a builder he should already know that il see what they say thanks for the input Re: planning permit 6Feb 18, 2011 11:45 pm Is there anything on the council website that says whether you do/don't need to apply for a permit? That way there is no cost but it is also in writing.. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=37229 - our Iris 4! Re: planning permit 8Feb 21, 2011 3:27 pm and also, i just saw in my contract that i need to pay for electricity connection, telephone connection and gas connection roughly $100 each which is no problem but it also states Planning permit $850 but i dont need one i think i should give them a call Give Jonathan a call. Tell him you know me. He is in my opinion the best surveyor I have ever worked with. His number is 0425 285 622 All the best Simeon 3 12423 I am not based in Victoria however i had a quick look into your question to understand what you were asking. The way I read the regulations, overshadowing relates to the… 1 2241 "is it exempt or do I need to get permission from council" Call your Council and ask them 1 1583 |