There are approved locations where
structures can be built depending on the property, easements,
building envelopes and relevant planning schemes. To determine if
any restrictions apply please contact a private building certifier
or
contact Council.
Relaxations
Setbacks for dwelling houses including domestic outbuildings are
now generally set by the MBRC Planning Scheme in the relevant
codes. Relevant codes include but not limited to:
- Dwelling house code
- Rural residential zone code; and
- Rural zone code
For more information
To find out what the planning scheme means for you:
A private building certifier or Council should be contacted when deciding where to place a
structure.
Lodging
applications
Design and siting applications
should be lodged prior to any other building or plumbing approvals
are issued.
A private building certifier can
lodge this application on a person's behalf.
Applications can be made directly to
council on the understanding the applicant provides a copy of
the approval to the private certifier. To make an application lodge the amenities & aesthetics or design &
siting assessment form and pay the
relevant fees.
There are no requirements for an
adjoining owner / neighbour to be advised of proposed development
however, council may in some instances request a statement from a
neighbour. It is always beneficial to communicate with neighbours
about any planned development requiring this type of approval.
Building Envelopes
If building within a properties building envelope/designated building area, no building relaxation is required. However; town planning approval is required to build outside the building envelope/designated building area. Applications should be lodged through a private building certifier.
Easements
Any structure cannot generally be
built within easements, but may be built up to their
boundaries.
Under exceptional circumstances,
Council may allow a structure to be sited within an easement,
provided that written consent from the easement owner is submitted
along with the development application. Application should be
lodged through a private building certifier.
For a copy of a title plan
(registered plan) and/or easement documents, contact the Department of Natural Resources and Mines.
Covenants
Covenants are created, set and enforced by the original developer
and can apply to a group of homes or lots, such as an estate.
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