Building

You can now lodge and pay online:

Private building surveyors Section 80, Section 30 and Section 73 documentation
Report and Consent or Report Only of Council applications
Property Information Certificate requests
Swimming Pool or Spa Registration
Application for demolition approval

About Building in Monash
Your building project may require building and planning permits, as well as compliance with building, health and safety regulations. Check out your Property Information to find out which regulations affect your property including zones, overlays and easements. If you know your project involves road access, hoarding, or access through council reserves, you may also require a Asset Protection Permit.

The advice can be obtained either in person at the Civic Centre during business hours or by calling 9518 3555. Please note the Civic Centre is currently closed due to the current restrictions.

Private Building Surveyor (PBS) – Online Lodgement

Private building surveyors can lodge documents and pay fees online.
Do I Need a Building Permit?

Small building works such as a wall or a garden shed, may not require a building permit. Please see the following for details.
How to Apply for a Building Permit

Applying for a Building Permit can be a complicated process. The following page will guide you through it.
Asset Protection

For information on roadway, driveway or street usage for purposes other than general use, please see the following topics. This includes all closures, occupations or the creation of new roadways and driveways.
Swimming Pool and Spa Registration

Register online your swimming pool or spa. All owners of permanent and/or relocatable swimming pools and spas must register their pool/spa with Council.
Demolition

Buildings and structures are given a class rating and this determines whether a permit is required for its demolition or removal.
Dispute Resolution

Find out more about the Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV), an independent government agency that provides free services to help resolve domestic (residential) building disputes.
Installations

For regulations and permits requirements of common installations and construction please see the following page.
Renovations

The extent and requirements of any given renovation of common projects determine the health, safety and permit requirements.
Other Projects

From asbestos to owner/builder kits and swimming pools, this section addresses common building project questions.
Report and Consent Application Guide - building regulations

Guidelines for report and consent to vary building regulations.

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Building

Private Building Surveyor (PBS) – Online Lodgement

Do I Need a Building Permit?

How to Apply for a Building Permit

Asset Protection

Swimming Pool and Spa Registration

Demolition

Dispute Resolution

Installations

Renovations

Other Projects

Report and Consent Application Guide - building regulations

Civic Centre

Oakleigh Service Centre

After Hours Service

Interpreter Service